Centaurea montana ‘Gold Bullion’
Bachelor’s Button |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.125.150
A special selection of Blue Cornflower, or Mountain Bluet, forming a low mound of chartreuse-yellow leaves with a late spring display of shaggy blue flowers. A good choice for near the front of the border, in full sun to part shade. Remove faded blooms to prevent self seeding. Also remove any green-leaved portions or green seedlings if they should appear. Plants may benefit from a hard cutting back in June to rejuvenate the foliage. From Blooms of Bressingham®. USPP#10865: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.
Further details for
Centaurea montana ‘Gold Bullion’
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 Deep Blue
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Spring
Foliage Color Chartreuse Yellow
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Edging Rabbit Resistant Massed
Flower Head Size Medium
Height 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
Spread 30-60 cm 12-23 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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