Snow Gentian
Gentiana nivalis
Family: Gentianaceae
Snow Gentian grows in full sun and prefers moist rocky alpine soil. Water needs: Moderate.
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How to Grow Snow Gentian
Snow Gentian growing information includes sunlight requirements of Full sun, soil conditions listed as Moist rocky alpine soil with a soil pH of 5.5-7.5, and Moderate water needs. The listed hardiness zones are 3-7. For propagation reference, the database lists germination or establishment information for Snow Gentian as 21-60 days after stratification, with planting or establishment depth listed as Surface sow. Days to maturity are listed as 90-120 days.
Plant Overview
Snow Gentian (Gentiana nivalis) is listed in the Gentianaceae family and categorized as a alpine annual with an annual life cycle. This profile summarizes growing information for hardiness, light, soil, water, seed starting, maturity, and other available cultivation details. Difficulty is listed as Advanced.
- Plant ID
- PLT-2525
- Family
- Gentianaceae
- Plant type
- Alpine annual
- Life cycle
- Annual
- Difficulty
- Advanced
Growing Conditions
Snow Gentian is listed for full sun conditions. Water needs are listed as moderate. The database soil reference is Moist rocky alpine soil. The listed soil pH range is 5.5-7.5, and the listed hardiness range is 3-7.
- Hardiness zones
- 3-7
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil
- Moist rocky alpine soil
- Soil pH
- 5.5-7.5
- Water needs
- Moderate
Seed & Germination
For seed starting, the listed germination time is 21-60 days after stratification and the seed depth is Surface sow. The listed time to maturity is 90-120 days. Use these values as general reference points and adjust for local climate, seed source, and growing conditions.
- Germination
- 21-60 days after stratification
- Seed depth
- Surface sow
Harvest & Propagation
- Days to maturity
- 90-120 days
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Growing Reference Note
Plant performance can vary with climate, soil, weather, cultivar, seed quality, and gardening methods. The values on this page are general database reference ranges rather than a substitute for local extension guidance or seed-packet instructions.