Hardheads,Knapweed. Mat-forming robust perennial with narrow mid-green leaves woolly beneath. Woolly stems carry dark lavender-blue flowerheads. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers April to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Centaurea montana ‘Parham’
Mat-forming robust perennial with narrow mid-green leaves woolly beneath. Woolly stems carry dark lavender-blue flowerheads.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Centaurea |
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Species | montana |
Varietry | 'Parham' |
Common Name | Hardheads, Knapweed |
Flower Colour | lavender, blue |
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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