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Psephellus caucasicus

Also Known As

  • Aethiopappus caucasicus
  • Aethiopappus centaurea

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 4"-8"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Psephellus caucasicus plant details

Psephellus caucasicus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Psephellus caucasicus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae, asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Psephellus caucasicus

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aethiopappus caucasicus (centaurea. )Fuzzy pink centaurea like flowers.

Gardening facts about Psephellus caucasicus plant

How to Grow Psephellus caucasicus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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