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Great Yellow Gentian

Gentiana lutea, Gentianaceae

Zones
4–7
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

CostmaryTanacetum balsamita
Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent
SpignelMeum athamanticum
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
MasterwortPeucedanum ostruthium
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Field EryngoEryngium campestre

Both develop deep root systems and compete for deep soil nutrients in mountain habitats

Uses

Functions

Traditional MedicinePollinator SupportMountain EcosystemDigestive Bitter

Edible Parts

Roots

Medicinal Uses

Digestive BitterAppetite StimulantLiver SupportDigestive Disorders

Common Questions

What zones does Great Yellow Gentian grow in?

Great Yellow Gentian grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Great Yellow Gentian?

Good companions for Great Yellow Gentian include Costmary, Spignel, Masterwort.

Design guilds with Great Yellow Gentian and see companion relationships visually.

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