Centaurea raphanina subsp. mixta
- Perennial
- 20-30 cm high
- Purple flowers
- Silvery-grey foliage
- Semi-evergreen
Special cornflower from Crete with purple flowers. Ideal for dry, sunny gardens. Attracts bees and butterflies.
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Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Care
Planting density
Plant about 8 - 12 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 20 - 30 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | June - August |
| Flower colour | Purple |
| Leaf colour | Grey-green |
| Growth habit | Rosette |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -15°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Winter dry |
| Soil | Pervious, Light |
| Soil fertility | None to little |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Centaurea raphanina subsp. mixta |
|---|---|
| Genus | Centaurea |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Origin | Europe, South |
