Blue Centaurea Montana Seeds - Flower Plant

Blue Centaurea montana is a hardy perennial ornamental plant valued for its clump forming growth and seasonal blooms. It adapts well to temperate climates and grows best in sunny locations with well drained soil. Commonly used in borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized planting areas, it tolerates moderate dry conditions once established.

Features

• Clump forming perennial with upright flowering stems

• Suitable for borders and naturalized planting areas

• Adapted to temperate climate conditions

• Performs well in sunny, well drained soil

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Centaurea montana

• Common Name (US): Mountain Bluet Seeds

• Seed Type / Variety: Blue ornamental variety

• Growth Habit: Clump forming herbaceous perennial

• USDA Zones: 3 to 9

• Planting Season: Spring or fall

• Growing Season: Spring to early summer

• Sowing Season: March to May or September to October

• Germination: 14 to 21 days in cool soil

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well drained moderately fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate, drought tolerant once established

• Mature Size: 30 to 60 cm height

• Plant Spacing: 30 to 45 cm