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Catananche caerulea 'Alba'

Also Known As

  • White Cupid's Dart

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 8"-18"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Catananche caerulea 'Alba' plant details

Catananche caerulea 'Alba' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Catananche caerulea 'Alba'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Catananche caerulea 'Alba'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Catananche caerulea 'Alba' plant

How to Grow Catananche caerulea 'Alba'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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