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    Centranthus ruber Star Mixed

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 15"-24"
    • W: 12"-18"

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Centranthus ruber Star Mixed plant details

    Centranthus ruber Star Mixed is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy, pink and white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Centranthus ruber Star Mixed

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: caprifoliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue and green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 15 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: burgundy, pink and white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Centranthus ruber Star Mixed

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Valerian. Good coastal long bloomer. Cut flower. Blooms best in sun.

    By: Thompson's Nursery

    Gardening facts about Centranthus ruber Star Mixed plant

    How to Grow Centranthus ruber Star Mixed

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink
      • burgundy

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

    • Texture

      • glaucous

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    aka Centranthus ruber 'Alba', Albus Red Valerian

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 24"

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
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    aka Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus', Jupiter's Beard, Red Valerian

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-10a

    Size

    Height: 24"

    Width: 24"

    • sun
    • occasional - low
    Photo of Centranthus ruber var. coccineus flower by Forestfarm
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    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 36"

    Width: 24"

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
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