Centaurea montana 'Amethyst in Snow'
Botanical profile

Centaurea montana 'Amethyst in Snow'

Latin name
Centaurea 'Amethyst in Snow' (mon.)
Common name
Mountain centaury with two-tone white and purple flowers
Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae

Charming perennial that performs very well in flowerbeds. Bears unique white flowers with a royal blue center. Attracts butterflies. Grows best in full sun. Once established, it tolerates dry soils better.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Repellent
Helps repel certain pests

Repellent

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Weak
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June-July
Flower color
Multicolored
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
14 inches (35.5 cm)
Width
24 inches (61 cm)
Growth rate
Moderate

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