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Centaurea dealbata

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Large, showy pink flowers over deeply divided foliage. Makes a good-sized clump in a couple of years. To 60cm. Hardy.

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£ 6.50 In stock - Qty 2 100% Peat Free
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Description

Large, showy, almost fluffy pink flowers with a paler centre over deeply divided foliage. Very attractive clump former. May need a little propping after heavy rain. To 60cm. Hardy.

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.