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Growing & Maintenance:

In spring, apply balanced fertilizer according to package directions. From spring to fall, plant requires 1" water per week. Drought tolerant once established. Cutting plant back results in rebloom late in the summer

Black Sprite Cornflower

Centaurea montana 'Black Sprite' (PPAF)

Plant Type: Perennials
Striking, exotic purplish black flowers bloom in summer against silvery green foliage.

Height: 14-18 In
Spread: 18-24 In
Spacing: 12-24 In
Hardiness Zone: 3-8
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Characteristics & Attributes for Centaurea montana 'Black Sprite'

Sunlight Requirements

Full Sun (6 or more hours direct sunlight)

Season of Interest (Flowering)

Summer

Features

Cut Flower/Foliage

Foliage Color

Gray-Green
Green

Landscape Function

Border or Bed
Mass Planting

Soil Preferences

Moist, Well-Drained