Plants in genus centaurea
Centaurea cyanus 'Blue Boy'
Centaurea cyanus 'Blue Boy' is a charming annual known for its sky-blue flowers that are both drought-tolerant and edible. This plant self-sows, ensuring a return of blooms each year. 'Blue Boy' is ideal for attracting pollinators and adding a splash of color to gardens, making it a delightful choice for borders and wildflower meadows.
Centaurea cyanus 'Black Magic'
Centaurea cyanus 'Black Magic' is a plant with edible petals that self-sows for continuous growth. Its seed heads are a favorite among birds, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
Centaurea cyanus
Centaurea cyanus, commonly known as cornflower, is an annual plant with snowy white, frilly blooms that emit a light honey fragrance. Native to Europe, it is now naturalized in North America and parts of Australia. The plant is deer resistant and attracts pollinators with its large blooms, which can reach up to 2.5 inches in diameter. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and its flowers are edible and used in herbal medicine.
Centaurea montana 'Amethyst Snow'
Centaurea montana 'Amethyst Snow' is a low-growing perennial with cottony round centers and white, thread-like petals. It features a dark amethyst crown and blooms throughout spring and summer, attracting butterflies. This plant tolerates alkaline soil and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile border plant.