Black Sprite Bachelor's Button
Centaurea montana 'Black Sprite' PP #23,250
Pronunciation: sen-TAR-ee-uh MON-tah-nuh
SKU #30636
| Description | An easy-to-grow, clump-forming, mounding perennial with striking, unique, deep purple-black, flowers that create a stunning contrast against the silvery foliage from early to midsummer. A great choice for cottage gardens, in mixed beds, borders, or containers. A wonderful cut flower. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Light | Partial sun |
| Watering | Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Summer |
| Mature Size | Moderate growing; reaches 14 to 18 in. tall, 18 to 24 in. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Edible, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Care | Easily grown in well-drained, sandy-loamy soils; avoid water-logged, poorly drained soils. Thrives in cooler regions. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, tolerates moderate drought. Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming. Hard prune in midsummer to rejuvenate foliage. Spreads by underground stolons. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-8
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