Buy Centaurea 'Amethyst in Snow'

Also Known As

Amethyst in Snow Mountain Bluet

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

5a-8b

2 inch wide, 4-6 inch deep tube | $12.95

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Centaurea 'Amethyst in Snow' plant details

Centaurea 'Amethyst in Snow' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green and white foliage. In spring purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Centaurea 'Amethyst in Snow'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Centaurea 'Amethyst in Snow'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: alkaline and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Centaurea montana ‘Amethyst in Snow’ is a white flowered form of the classic perennial bachelor’s button. Ornamental buds with pineapple-like scales burst into flower with silky, pure white petals that radiate in a starburst from deep royal purple centres. The plants are sturdy with greyish green leaves with a slight silvery cast. Tolerant of dry soil once established. Cut back to encourage rebloom.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Showy white petals around a royal-purple center (an amethyst in snow) make these large ?bachelor buttons? on 14" stems of silvery-green foliage lovely in the summer border. S/M/GDr alkaline PPAF COPF