Cupids Dart. A short-lived perennial with clumps of grass-like, hairy green leaves. Pretty white flowers with purple centres. Max Height 60cm to 90cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Catananche caerulea ‘Bicolor’
A short-lived perennial with clumps of grass-like, hairy green leaves. Pretty white flowers with purple centres.
Additional information
| Generic | Catananche |
|---|---|
| Species | caerulea |
| Varietry | 'Bicolor' |
| Common Name | Cupids Dart |
| Flower Colour | white, purple |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm, 90cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Avoid extremes of wet or dry |
| Border | Border, Cut flower |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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