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Centaurea montana Black Sprite

Perennial Bachelor's Button, Cornflower, Basket Flower

$14.95 $7.47 (50% off) $7.25 ea. (3+ discount)

In stock for Spring 2017 – Only a couple left!

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Eye-catching! The silky purple black spidery flowers float above shimmering green foliage creating an exotic display. Place Centaurea Black Sprite where they can be noticed along a path or near a doorstep.

Flowers are great for cutting and can be used for fresh arrangements, as well as dried.

Details

Item Code:	CEBS
Type:	Perennials
Height:	Short 14"
Spacing:	Plant 2' apart
Bloom Time:	Mid-Spring to Mid-Summer
Sun-Shade:	Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Zones:	3-8 Find Your Zone
Soil Condition:	Normal
Flower:	Purple
Accent:	Purple
Patent:	#23,250
Pot Size:	3.5" square x 4" deep

Features to Note

Beneficial for Pollinators
Good for Cut Flowers
Blooms for 4 Weeks or More

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.