Centaurea montana ‘Amethyst in Snow’ (Mountain Cornflower)

 

 

 

 

 

Stoloniferous perennial with unique bicolor blooms. White tubular petals radiate out from a deep purple center. A robust plant tolerant of poor soil. Wonderful for adding spring blooms to the front of the cottage border.

  • Plant Patent: 18,284
  • Container Size:
  • USDA Zone: 3-7
  • Height: 1-2’
  • Spread: 9-18”
  • Sun Exposure: full sun
  • Soil Moisture: dry to average
  • Bloom Time: late spring to early summer
  • Bloom Color: white with purple center
  • Foliage Color: green
  • US Native: no
  • Wildlife Benefit: pollinators
  • Notes: drought tolerant, deer tolerant