Hardheads,Knapweed. Mat-forming robust perennial with narrow mid-green leaves woolly beneath. Woolly stems carry blue flowerheads with reddish violet petals. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers April to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Centaurea montana
Mat-forming robust perennial with narrow mid-green leaves woolly beneath. Woolly stems carry blue flowerheads with reddish violet petals.
Additional information
| Generic | Centaurea |
|---|---|
| Species | montana |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Hardheads, Knapweed |
| Flower Colour | blue, violet |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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