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Centaurea orientalis
Also Known As
- Cornflower
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 24"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 6a-10b
Centaurea orientalis plant details
Centaurea orientalis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Centaurea orientalis
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue and green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 24 IN tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements
GROWING CONDITIONS for Centaurea orientalis
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Centaurea orientalis
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-2'
- sun - dappled shade
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'
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Zones
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Size
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