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Centaurea montana 'Carnea'

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Centaurea montana 'Carnea'

A lovely soft pink form of the perennial cornflower. Mounds of silvery soft green foliage. Prefers a sunny spot and good drainage. Up to 45cm.

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Description

A lovely soft pink form of the perennial cornflower. Mounds of silvery soft green foliage. Repeat flowers later in year if cut back. Prefers a sunny spot and good drainage. Up to 45cm. Bare root plants available to pre-order for delivery Feb 2026.

At A Glance

Common Name Perennial cornflower 'Carnea'
Type Hardy Perennial
Height 30cm to 60cm
Colour pink
Spread Rate moderate
Flowering mid summer
Soil Type normal,drained,dry
Aspect sun
Pollination Attractive to pollinators

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