Montana Cornflower
Centaurea montana
The Montana Cornflower is a charming and reliable perennial that brings a splash of bold color and natural beauty to the garden. Known for its distinctive fringed blooms, this low-maintenance favorite produces vibrant blue-purple flowers with spidery petals and deep purple centers from late spring into early summer. The eye-catching blooms sit atop sturdy stems above mounds of soft, lance-shaped gray-green foliage.
Perfect for cottage gardens, borders, and pollinator-friendly plantings, Centaurea montana attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil conditions, making it an easy and versatile choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
In addition to its ornamental appeal, the Montana Cornflower is also drought-tolerant once established and deer-resistant, providing long-lasting beauty with minimal effort.
Add vibrant color and pollinator power to your garden with the easy-growing and eye-catching Montana Cornflower.
Montana Cornflower Centaurea (Assorted Sizes)
Details
Plant Details & Key Features:
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Plant Type: Perennial
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Bloom Color: Bright blue-purple with dark centers
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Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer; may rebloom with deadheading
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Height & Spread: 12–24 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 soil; adaptable to poor or rocky soils
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Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Foliage: Soft, gray-green, lance-shaped leaves
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
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Maintenance: Low; deadhead to encourage rebloom and control spread
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Wildlife Resistant: Deer and rabbit resistant
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