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CENTAUREA
Commonly known as Mountain knapweed, Perennial cornflower
Genus of about 650 species of annuals, perennials and subshrubs widely found in dry sites, rocky mountain slopes, subalpine meadows, woodland and sand dunes mainly in Europe and the Mediterranean.
Some Knapweeds in the wild can be invasive but garden forms are ornamental and all are beneficial to insects.
In the UK the common C. nigra, Hardhead, can be dried and flower tops make a pale yellow-green dye.
The native perennial Greater knapweed, C. scabiosa can be found mainly in the south and east of England in hedgerows, roadsides and dry grassland.
Further Reading....
Centaurea - Growing Guide
ALCHEMILLA mollis
Lady's mantle
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CENTAUREA
Knapweed
CENTAUREA montana 'Purple Heart'
Available from £12.50
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Wall daisy, Mexican fleabane
Available from £5.00
GERANIUM phaeum 'Album'
Dusky cranesbill, Mourning widow
Available from £12.50
GLADIOLUS communis
Whistling Jacks
Available from £0.80
TULBAGHIA violacea
Society garlic
Available from £12.50
Buy Varieties of CENTAUREA
CENTAUREA 'Jordy' >
Commonly known as: Knapweed.
Deep reddish-purple feathery flowers and silvery leaves
CENTAUREA montana 'Alba' >
Commonly known as: Mountain knapweed, Perennial cornflower.
Pure white flowers growing up to 45cms(18ins)
CENTAUREA montana 'Purple Heart' >
Commonly known as: Mountain knapweed, Perennial cornflower.
White cornflower with purple centre
CENTAUREA 'Silver Feather' >
Commonly known as: Knapweed.
Compact. Lilac-pink cornflowers above frosted silver foliage
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
