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Centaurea cyanus

Cornflower, Bachelor's Button

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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.

 

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:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.