Amethyst in Snow Cornflower
Centaurea montana ‘Amethyst in Snow’
Bring striking contrast and delicate beauty to your garden with the elegant Amethyst in Snow Cornflower. A unique and eye-catching variety of Centaurea montana, this perennial features finely fringed white petals surrounding a rich, amethyst-purple center—creating a bold bi-color effect that truly stands out in borders, rock gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings.
Blooming in late spring to early summer, Amethyst in Snow offers a crisp, refined look that pairs beautifully with both soft pastels and deeper tones in the garden. Its silvery-green foliage forms a tidy clump, providing attractive texture even when not in bloom.
Easy to grow and low maintenance, this cornflower thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It’s also drought-tolerant once established and resistant to deer and rabbits. Bees and butterflies love the nectar-rich flowers, making it both beautiful and beneficial.
Add a touch of elegance and unique contrast to your garden with the refreshing beauty of Amethyst in Snow Cornflower.
Amethyst in Snow Cornflower (11 cm Pot)
Plant Details & Key Features:
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Plant Type: Perennial
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Bloom Color: White with a deep amethyst-purple center
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Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer; may rebloom with deadheading
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Height & Spread: 12–18 inches tall, 18–24 inches wide
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Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Needs: Well-drained; adaptable to poor or rocky soils
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Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Foliage: Silvery-green, lance-shaped leaves
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
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Maintenance: Low; remove spent blooms to encourage reblooming
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Wildlife Resistant: Deer and rabbit resistant
