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Centaurea hypoleuca ‘John Coutts’
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Centaurea hypoleuca ‘John Coutts’


Cornflower

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.125.040


The perennial cornflowers are cousins to the common Bachelor's Button, with showy heads of shaggy flowers. This selection is medium in height and well suited to growing in the sunny border. Plants form a bushy clump of grey-green divided leaves, setting off a long display of lavender-pink flowers, beginning 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 require staking if grown in rich conditions. Excellent for cutting.

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Centaurea hypoleuca ‘John Coutts’


Optimal Growing
Conditions
Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Easy
Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Fragrant
  Massed
Height
   50-60 cm
   20-23 inches
Spread
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.