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Week 50 – December 12, 2024

Plant Information

Centaurea montana Blue

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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Centaurea montana

Common Name: Bachelor Button

Hardiness Zone: 3a - 9b

Hardiness Degree: -40°F (-40.0°C)

Blooming Season: Summer

Plant Habit: Spreading

Characteristics: Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance

Water: Medium

Fertilize: None or when needed only

Spacing: 9 - 12" (23 - 30cm)

Height: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)

Width: 12 - 18" (30 - 46cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: A long-lasting cut flower that is easy to grow. Attractive planted with catmint or lupine, in masses or naturalized in a wildflower setting. Remove faded flowers for extended bloom and to reduce self-seeding. Requires frequent division in small gardens.

Grower Information:

Fringed, deep blue flowers top bushy, silvery-green foliage.