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Riverbend Nursery (M.S.)
Centaurea montana 'Amethyst Dream'
Bachelor's Button
Deer and rabbit resistant purple flowered perennial. The bloom on this plant is exceptionally original and makes great cut flowers. Dont forget to cut back in the middle of summer, this will greatly help fresh foliage growth.
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USPP 20781 |
Height:18-20 in |
Spacing:18-23" |
Additional:Very unique flowers! |
Hardiness Zone:3-9 |
Bloom Time:Early-Mid Summer |
Bloom Color:Purple |
Centaurea (sen-tau'-ree-ah)
Family: Asteraceae · Common Name: Centaurea
Papery buds open to large fuzzy flowers in shades of blue, pink or yellow. Flowers profusely over a long season and is easy to grow. Excellent for summer bouquets.