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Centaurea montana 'Alba'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Centaurea montana 'Alba' (white mountain bluet) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to mid summer. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has medium green and greyish green foliage that is matte and medium textured.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Centaurea montana 'Alba' tolerates drought and salt. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Centaurea montana 'Alba' (white mountain bluet) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.