CENTAUREA 'Jordy'

Commonly known as Knapweed

Deep reddish-purple feathery flowers and silvery leaves
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Lance-shaped, mid-green leaves, woolly beneath, 6cm (2½in) long
  • Purple
    Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet
  • Height
    60cm (24in)
  • Spread
    45cm (18in)
  • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
    Rhizomatous, mat-forming perennial. Flowers 5cm (2in) across
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

CENTAUREA 'Jordy'

 
individually £13.00 each , 3+ £11.00 each 
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects
    Pests & Diseases
    Powdery mildew
    Place of origin
    Central Europe, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia, central Italy
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
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Centaurea - Growing Guide
60cm (24in)
 bulb/corm - guide for size not form Watering Can
  45cm (18in)
  

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