Centaurea montana 'Lavender Mist'
Also Known As
- Lavender Mist Bachelor's Button
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"
- W: 18"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Centaurea montana 'Lavender Mist' plant details
Centaurea montana 'Lavender Mist' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer purple and white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Centaurea montana 'Lavender Mist'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 18 IN wide, 18 IN tall
- Flowers: purple and white blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Centaurea montana 'Lavender Mist'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Noname Nursery
Gardening facts about Centaurea montana 'Lavender Mist' plant
How to Grow Centaurea montana 'Lavender Mist'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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