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Centaurea cyanus Classic Fantastic Mix

Also Known As

  • Centaurea cyanus 'Classic Fantastic'
  • Cyanus segetum Classic Fantastic mix
  • Classic Fantastic Bachelor's Button
  • Classic Fantastic Cornflower

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Centaurea cyanus Classic Fantastic Mix plant details

Centaurea cyanus Classic Fantastic Mix is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Centaurea cyanus Classic Fantastic Mix

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Centaurea cyanus Classic Fantastic Mix

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ragged Sailor, Blue Bottle or Bachelor's Button, whatever you call it is an essential garden flower, loved by many, and for good reason. Easy to grow, an effortless self-sower, and the more you pick them, the more they bloom! A unique mix of frosted blue shades.

Gardening facts about Centaurea cyanus Classic Fantastic Mix plant

How to Grow Centaurea cyanus Classic Fantastic Mix

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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