Centaurea dealbata
Centaurea dealbata
Large, showy pink flowers over deeply divided foliage. Makes a good-sized clump in a couple of years. To 60cm. Hardy. Limited stock of 2025 seed available collected in the gardens. Approx 30 seeds per packet.
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Description
Large, showy, almost fluffy pink flowers with a paler centre over deeply divided, attractive foliage. Robust, coping well with drought. May need a little propping after heavy rain. To 60cm. Hardy. Sow in autumn and leave in a cool greenhouse or in spring.
At A Glance
| Common Name | Persian cornflower |
| 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 |
Sue's Notes
A favourite in our bird garden. Bees love the complex flowers and the resultant fat, oil-rich seeds are perfect winter bird food.