Mountain Bluet
Centaurea Montana
Overview
Mountain Bluet (Centaurea montana) is a charming perennial, thriving in USDA zones 3-8. Prized for its vivid blue flowers, it blooms from late spring to early summer, creating a striking contrast with gray-green, lance-shaped foliage. Reaching a mature size of 12-18 inches tall and wide, this low-maintenance plant attracts pollinators, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Ideal for borders and cottage gardens.
Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–8Type Perennial
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 3–8
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 1–2 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Asteraceae
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