Dark Purple Knapweed (Centaurea purpurea) organic seeds

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Dark Purple Knapweed (Centaurea purpurea) organic seeds

Upright growing shrub that forms crimson, basket-like, flaky blossoms from July to August.
Contents: Approx. 20 seeds
Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly

1.378,14 Ft

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SKU: CEN03-BIO

GTIN: 4251420505699

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Dark purple knapweed owes its name to the deep purple flower heads, which contrast strikingly with the surrounding green. As well as attracting attention, these vibrant flowers attract a wide range of pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making them an excellent choice for bee hives and wildlife gardens.
Its attractive flowers and upright growth make it a popular choice for herbaceous borders, borders and wildflower meadows. It offers a long-lasting display of colour and form from early summer through to autumn.

The genus Centaurea, to which the dark purple knapweed belongs, has a long cultural and medical history. Many species have been used in traditional medicine, and the name is thought to derive from the mythological figure of Chiron, a Zentaur known as a healer.

Plant description

Species:	Asteraceae
Plant type:	Herbaceous plant
Flower colour:	Purple
Region of origin:	Eastern Europe
Special features:	Needs light to germinate Food for bees
Use:	Cut flower Ornamental plant
Climate:	Temperate
Lifecycle:	Perennial
Winter hardiness zones:	6 (-23 bis -18 °C)
Flowering months:	June July August
Eventual height:	80-120 cm

Growing advice

Sunlight:	Shade Full sun
Soil type:	Free-draining Dry Fresh
Sowing depth:	0 cm
Planting distance:	50 cm
Germination time:	1-2 weeks
Water requirement:	Medium
Germination temperature:	10-18°C
When to sow outdoors:	April May

Perennial flowering plant. Pre-culture in house from March. Direct sowing outdoors possible from mid-April. Light germinator, just sprinkle the seeds on the substrate and press lightly. Germinates well at temperatures between +12-18°C within 14 days. Loves sunny to semi-shady locations.

Other names

Botanical name:	Centaurea atropurpurea
German names:	Purpurne Flockenblume
French names:	Centaurée Pourpre
English names:	Very Dark Purple Knapweed

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Manufacturer information: Magic Garden Seeds GmbH | Junkersstraße 7 | Regensburg, Germany, 93055 | service@magicgardenseeds.com | https://www.magicgardenseeds.com

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