Centaurea montana ‘Black Sprite’
Bachelor’s Button |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.125.060
A new colour selection of Perennial Cornflower, forming a low mound of grey-green leaves with an early summer display of shaggy flowers. Flowers are exotic-looking, with silky, purple-black, starburst petals. A good choice for near the front of the border, in full sun to part shade. Flowers are great for cutting. Remove faded blooms to prevent self seeding. Plants may benefit from a hard cutting back in midsummer to rejuvenate the foliage. Easy to grow. Drought tolerant once established. USPP#23250: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Centaurea montana ‘Black Sprite’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Black Purple
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer
Foliage Color Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Edging Rabbit Resistant Massed
Flower Head Size Medium
Height 30-35 cm 12-14 inches
Spread 35-60 cm 14-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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