Sun Perennial

Centaurea, Mountain Bluet, Bachelor's Button

  • Botanical Name:    Centaurea montana
  • Height:    18-24"
  • Spread:    18-24"
  • Exposure:    Sun
  • Care:    Cut back in fall or spring before new growth begins; Deadhead after blooming to encourage more flowers.
  • Deer Resistant
  • Single blue flowers appear from spring to mid-summer on plants with somewhat hairy, mid-green foliage. Easily grown in average well-drained soils in full sun. Drought tolerant.
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  • Centaurea