Thunder And Lightning Knautia
Knautia macedonica 'Thunder and Lightning' PP #21,437
SKU #30155
Description | Get vivid, purple-red flowers from early summer to autumn frost! Flashy variegated leaves shaped like lightning bolts give a stunning effect when massed at the front of the border or along pathways. A beautiful perennial that is loved by butterflies but usually passed by deer. |
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Light | Full sun |
Watering | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Blooms | Early Summer through Fall |
Mature Size | Forms a mound of sturdy flowers and foliage 12-15 in. tall and wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Compact Form |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Care | Provide evenly moist soil. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Remove old flowers to extend flowering. Cut back to the ground at the end of the season. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9

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