Centaurea | Montana annual It is happy in sun

It is happy in sun or shade although in hot areas does appreciate some shade

If you love dark coloured flowers then you won't want to be without this one

Phlox like well-drained soil in a nice sunny spot

but rather grow from tuberous roots which spread outwards increasing the plant size each year

A flower arrangers dream flower given the mosaic of colours in one flower as well as the longevity in a vase

Centaurea | Montana annual It is happy in sunCentaurea montana is a perennial cornflower in a striking rich showy blue. Also known as Mountain Cornflower or Bachelor's Button they are a pretty addition to the garden. Flowers are fringed and sit above thistle like centres. Flowering from late spring through until early summer and often will flower again later in summer and into autumn. The foliage is an attractive silvery grey green. Plants are happy in full sun or partial shade and they like an