Centaurea dealbata 'Steenbergii' - Mealy Centaury
Botanical name       : Centaurea dealbata 'Steenbergii'Â
Common name          : Mealy Centaury, Cornflower, Knapweed, Star ThistleÂ
Colour               : PinkÂ
Flowering time       : June - AugustÂ
Full grown height    : ± 65 cmÂ
Light requirement    : Sun, Partial shadeÂ
Moisture requirement : Dry, NormalÂ
Winter hardiness     : Till -40°C  (USDA Zone 3)Â
Spacing              : ± 40 cm (± 6 per m²)Â
Details              : Insect friendlyÂ
Pot size             : Square 9 cm, volume 0,5 LiterÂ
Delivery time        : 4 - 9 working daysÂ
Special notes        : -Â
General information about Cornflower (Centaurea):Cornflower (Centaurea) is a large genus of annual, bi-annual or perennial plants. The species in our assortment are all perennials. They come in all colours. Cornflower like a spot in the sun, in normal to dry soil. Cornflower will tolerate half shade and must have well-draining soil. The flowers of Cornflower are good cut flowers. Because of their natural appearance, Cornflower looks good in a somewhat less formal setting. Combines well with Small Reed (Calamagrostis), Helen's Flower (Helenium), False Indigo (Baptisia), Goldenrod (Solidago) and Bellflower (Campanula). Butterflies and other insects adore the flowers of Cornflower.Mealy Centaury - Centaurea dealbata 'Steenbergii'