Centaurea montana ‘Amethyst in Snow’
The ornamental buds of Centaurea montana ‘Amethyst in Snow’ burst into flower with silky, pure white petals that radiate in a starburst from deep royal purple centres.
Description:
Centaurea montana ‘Amethyst in Snow’ is a white flowered form of the classic perennial bachelor’s button. Ornamental buds with pineapple-like scales burst into flower with silky, pure white petals that radiate in a starburst from deep royal purple centres. The plants are sturdy with greyish green leaves with a slight silvery cast. Tolerant of dry soil once established. Cut back to encourage rebloom.
Common Name: Bachelor's Button
Family: Asteraceae (The Aster/Daisy Family)
Zone Hardiness: 3-9
Light: Full Sun
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour: Purple
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Average, Drought Tolerant, Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Mountain woodland margins and meadows.
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Europe and Western Russia
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