- The Centaurea dealbata, or Persian Cornflower, is a reliable hardy perennial that returns year after year. A great choice for adding long lasting colour to borders, beds, and wildlife-friendly gardens.
- Persian Cornflower fits beautifully into cottage gardens, informal borders, and prairie-style planting. The soft blooms make an excellent addition to flower arrangements, allowing you to enjoy them in your home and garden.
Plant genus Centaurea
Common Name Knapweed
Plant type Perennials
Foliage type Herbaceous, Perennial
Hardiness Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect South Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Purple, Pink
Leaf colour Green
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Hosta, Ferns, Heuchera
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while the plant establishes. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods rather than little and often, allowing the soil to drain between waterings. Container-grown plants should be checked more frequently in warm or windy weather.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in sun or partial shade in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
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Centaurea dealbata
Persian Cornflower
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- The Centaurea dealbata, or Persian Cornflower, is a reliable hardy perennial that returns year after year. A great choice for adding long lasting colour to borders, beds, and wildlife-friendly gardens.
- Persian Cornflower fits beautifully into cottage gardens, informal borders, and prairie-style planting. The soft blooms make an excellent addition to flower arrangements, allowing you to enjoy them in your home and garden.
Plant genus Centaurea
Common Name Knapweed
Plant type Perennials
Foliage type Herbaceous, Perennial
Hardiness Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect South Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Purple, Pink
Leaf colour Green
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Hosta, Ferns, Heuchera
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while the plant establishes. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods rather than little and often, allowing the soil to drain between waterings. Container-grown plants should be checked more frequently in warm or windy weather.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in sun or partial shade in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
Christmas Tree Delivery
FREE on all Pot Grown Trees (2.5ft & over)
*Mainland UK only
*Northern Ireland delivery unavailable
Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Evri
£4.99 on orders under £40
FREE on orders over £40
*Mainland UK only
Next Working Day Delivery - Evri
£6.99 on orders under £70
FREE on orders over £70
Order by 1pm Mon-Fri
Premium Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Royal Mail
For customers who prefer an alternative carrier, Royal Mail is offered as a premium alternative to our standard Evri service.
£7.99 on all orders
Premium Next Working Day Delivery - Royal Mail
£8.99 on all orders
*Mainland UK only
Northern Ireland & Islands Delivery (2-5 working days)
£6.99 on all orders
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Key Features
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