Centaurea (/ ˌsɛntɔːˈriːə /) [1] is a genus of over 700 species of herbaceous thistle -like flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. Members of the genus are found only north of the equator, mostly in the Eastern Hemisphere; the Middle East and surrounding regions are particularly species-rich.

2024年3月20日 · Centaurea pulcherrima forms a low mound of deeply toothed gray-green leaves, which in early summer send up shaggy pink cornflower blooms. It is native to the Caucasus Mountains and tolerates hot, dry conditions.

2023年11月22日 · Plant Characteristics:Centaurea is known for its vivid, thistle-like flowers and silvery-green foliage, offering a unique texture and color to gardens. It attracts pollinators, enhancing garden biodiversity. Ideal Growing Conditions: Prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for dry or rocky areas.

Prized for its flamboyant, rich blue flowers, Centaurea montana (Mountain Cornflower) is an erect, stoloniferous, clump-forming perennial with fringed, blue flowers, 2 in. wide (5 cm), adorned with reddish blue, thistle-like centers from late spring to early summer.

Centaurea montana–known as perennial cornflower–bears thistle-like flowers in shades of purple, blue, white, or pink. Perennial cornflower is also called mountain knapweed, and mountain bluet.

Centaureas are extremely easy to grow and can fill a garden with colour all summer long. Nursery owner Martin Blow shares advice on how to grow centaureas, where to plant and when to cut …

Centaurea montana is an erect, stoloniferous, clump-forming perennial which features solitary, fringed, rich blue cornflowers (2" diameter) with reddish blue centers and black-edged involucre bracts. Flowers appear in late spring atop unbranched stems typically growing 1-2' tall.

2017年11月4日 · Centaurea, a perennial cornflower with unusual flowers. The Centaurea genus of the daisy family includes several species such as annual cornflower and knapweed, Centaurea montana are the perennial cornflowers or Mountain Bluet. They prefer full sun, but can bloom fairly well in light shade.

Centaurea Species: cineraria Family: Asteraceae Uses (Ethnobotany): As an accent bedding plant against flowering plants of a deep magenta, burgundy or purple. Life Cycle: Annual Perennial Recommended Propagation Strategy: Seed Stem Cutting Country Or Region Of Origin: Mediterranean Play Value: Defines Paths Dimensions: Height: 0 ft. 6 in. - 2 ...

Learn how to grow and care for Dusty Miller, Centaurea. Get tips for planting, watering, feeding, and care throughout the year.