Centaurea | Montana annual but rather grow from tuberous

but rather grow from tuberous roots which spread outwards increasing the plant size each year

It is happy in sun or shade although in hot areas does appreciate some shade

A flower arrangers dream flower given the mosaic of colours in one flower as well as the longevity in a vase

Phlox like well-drained soil in a nice sunny spot

Annual | Self-Sows

Centaurea | Montana annual but rather grow from tuberousCentaurea montana is a perennial cornflower in a striking rich showy blue. Also known as Mountain Cornflower or Bachelor's Button they are a pretty addition to the garden. Flowers are fringed and sit above thistle like centres. Flowering from late spring through until early summer and often will flower again later in summer and into autumn. The foliage is an attractive silvery grey green. Plants are happy in full sun or partial shade and they like an