Centaurea Montana Seeds - Flower Plant
Centaurea Montana Seeds - Flower Plant
Centaurea Montana Seeds - Flower Plant

Centaurea Montana Seeds - Flower Plant

Suitable for home gardening use
$16.99 USD
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Centaurea Montana Seeds

Centaurea montana, commonly known as Mountain Bluet or Perennial Cornflower, is a hardy perennial valued for its distinctive blue, fringed flowers and silvery-green foliage. It is well suited for cottage gardens, perennial borders, pollinator gardens, naturalized landscapes, and rock gardens, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil.

Flower Seed
Perennial
Pollinator Friendly
Cottage Garden

Key Features

Fringed Blue Flowers

Produces striking fringed blooms that add vibrant color and texture to garden displays.

Long-Lasting Perennial

Returns each growing season with dependable flowering and attractive foliage.

Pollinator Friendly

Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects.

Versatile Garden Plant

Excellent for borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, and naturalized landscape plantings.

Product Highlights

Fringed blue flowers
Silvery-green foliage
Hardy perennial
Pollinator friendly
Border planting
Rock garden suitable
Full sun to partial shade
Well-drained soil

Specifications

Scientific Name Centaurea montana
Common Name Mountain Bluet (Perennial Cornflower)
Seed Type Flower Seed
Growth Habit Herbaceous Perennial
USDA Zones 3–8
Planting Season Spring or Fall
Growing Season Spring Through Summer
Sowing Season Spring or Fall
Sowing Months March–May, September–October
Germination Time 14–21 Days
Germination Conditions 65–70°F (18–21°C)
Sunlight Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Well-Drained Sandy, Loamy, or Average Garden Soil
Watering Moderate During Establishment; Low to Moderate Once Established
Mature Size 18–24 in Tall × 18–24 in Wide
Plant Spacing 18–24 in Apart

Growing Guide

Step 1: Sow seeds on the surface of moist, well-drained soil and lightly press them into place.
Step 2: Keep the soil lightly moist until germination occurs.
Step 3: Transplant seedlings into a sunny or partially shaded location with good drainage.
Step 4: Water regularly during establishment, reducing watering as plants mature.
Step 5: Remove spent blooms to encourage a tidy appearance and possible repeat flowering.

Perfect For Borders, Cottage Gardens And Pollinator Habitats

Centaurea montana is a dependable perennial that brings vibrant blue flowers and attractive foliage to the landscape. Its hardy nature and long-lasting blooms make it an excellent choice for perennial borders, rock gardens, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings where well-drained soil and ample sunlight encourage healthy growth.