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    Centaurea montana 'Alba'

    Also Known As

    • Cyanus montanus 'Alba'
    • Alba Cornflower
    • Alba Mountain Knapweed

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 16"
    • W: 9"

    planting zones

    • 4b-9b

    Centaurea montana 'Alba' plant details

    Centaurea montana 'Alba' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Centaurea montana 'Alba'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 9 IN wide, 16 IN tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: cutting garden, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Centaurea montana 'Alba'

    USDA Zones: 4b - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Spidery, 1-3", deeply fringed flowers in white bloom over long period for an undemanding "filler" to border, wild garden & vase. Sun/Med

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Centaurea montana 'Alba' plant

    How to Grow Centaurea montana 'Alba'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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