Centaurea cyanus |
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Cornflower, Bachelor's Button |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: City of Durham Parks
Description
This plant has leaves that are 10cm high x 5mm wide and stems that can reach 1m high. It produces blue/purple, white, and pink flowers from May-September. Reseeds.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub, Annual
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Pink, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch in planting beds to conserve water, suppress weeds, and protect the soil from compaction and erosion.