Centaurea nigra - P9

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* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * easy to care for

Growth habit
Upright, clump-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
The faded inflorescences should be cut back. This measure encourages new growth.

Flower
Centaurea nigra forms purple-red, basket-shaped flowers from June.

Use
Group planting, heather garden, bee pasture, woodland edge, natural garden