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Unusual drought-tolerant perennial
Deep red flowers
Loved by pollinators
As beautiful in bud as in flower, this native of the Balkans provides a banquet for bees and butterflies. Centaurea atropurpurea forms rosettes of silvery-grey foliage which from early summer bear stout stems topped with beautiful bronze buds, intricately detailed with spiny scales. The buds open to reveal feathery, wine-red flowers and attract a wealth of pollinators. This unusual plant is a perfect choice for informal borders and wildlife gardens, drought prone areas or coastal positions. Flowering commences in June and will continue for many weeks if dead-headed. The tall stems add height to borders and make excellent material for cutting.
Height x Spread: 90cm to 120cm (36in to 47in) x 50cm (20 in).
Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.
Height Up to 90cm (36in)
Spread Up to 50cm (20in)
Hardy Perennial
cottage gardenswildlife gardens
full sun
1 x 1 Litre Potted Plant (KA4908)
Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.
Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.
Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.
Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.
Large items may incur a higher delivery charge - this will be displayed in your shopping basket.
Please see our Delivery page for further details, and more information on different charges that may apply to certain destinations.
For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.
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