Centaurea montana
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Centaurea montana
Bachelor's Button |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.125.050
Also known as Blue Cornflower, or Mountain Bluet. This species is low to medium in height and well suited to growing in the sunny border. Plants form a bushy clump of grey-green leaves, setting off a display of clear-blue shaggy flowers in early summer. Removing faded flower heads will encourage repeat blooming. Ruggedly hardy, this plant will grow in most types of soils and climate regions. May self-seed prolifically, so keep an eye out for seedlings appearing where not wanted. Plants may be pruned back hard in mid-summer to maintain a compact habit. Nice for cutting.
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Centaurea montana
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Dry or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Deep Blue
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Spring
Foliage Color
Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Border
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Massed
Flower Head Size
Medium
Height
30-60 cm
12-23 inches
Spread
30-60 cm
12-23 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Fast
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