Centaurea montana Amethyst In Snow

Perennial Bachelor's Button, Cornflower, Basket Flower

$12.95 ea. (3+ discount) $12.50 ea.

In stock for Spring 2019

Plant Code: CEAS

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Unique color combination of satiny white petals surrounding a deep royal purple center. Amethyst In Snow is very complementary when paired with Amethyst Dream. Single, fringed blooms appear atop lance-shaped leaves in the spring. Removing spent flower stalks after blooming will promote reblooming. Minimal seeding so vast spreading is not an issue.

A Blooms of Bressingham variety selected for outstanding qualities, reliable growing performance and stunning beauty.

Details

Type:	Perennials
Height:	Short 14"
Spacing:	Plant 2-3' apart
Bloom Time:	Mid-Spring to Early Summer
Sun-Shade:	Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Zones:	3-9 Find Your Zone
Soil Condition:	Normal
Flower:	White
Accent:	Purple
Patent:	#18,284
Pot Size:	3.5" square x 4" deep

Features to Note

Beneficial for Pollinators
Good for Cut Flowers
Hot Dry Site Tolerant

Centaurea General Information

Centaurea are trouble-free and easy to grow. Unusual buds open to provide fringed, thistle-like blooms. Foliage varies in texture, color and shape.

Centaurea Plant Care

Can be cut back by 2/3rds after blooming to freshen foliage. Prefers a normal to alkaline soil. Will spread to fill in. Can be divided every 2-3 years in spring or fall.