Knautia macedonica Melton Pastels

Also Known As

Knautia macedonica 'Melton Pastels'
Knautia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-36"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

2a-10b

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Knautia macedonica Melton Pastels plant details

Knautia macedonica Melton Pastels is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer burgundy, lavender, pink, purple and salmon flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Knautia macedonica Melton Pastels

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy, lavender, pink, purple and salmon blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, easy-to-grow, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Knautia macedonica Melton Pastels

USDA Zones: 2a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A profusion of flowers in purple, lilac, blue, pink or rose top the lacy foliage of this delightful 12-16" perennial late spring through summer; a great drought-tolerant butterfly plant. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

As above but in an exciting range of pastel colors, look for these to become widespread in garden centers in the future, this strain has huge commercial potential. ZONE 5

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Knautia 'Melton Pastels', A great perennial for the back of the border with pin cushion like blooms in pastel shades of blue, mauve, pink, rose, salmon. Likes full sun growing 2-3' tall. Well developed 1 year plants in 4" pots.