Centaurea | Montana annual Whilst the flowers are not

Whilst the flowers are not overly showy

but rather grow from tuberous roots which spread outwards increasing the plant size each year

They plant particularly well alongside cranesbill geraniums and achilleas

It is happy in sun or shade although in hot areas does appreciate some shade

Centaurea | Montana annual Whilst the flowers are notCentaurea montana is a perennial cornflower in a striking rich showy blue. Also known as Mountain Cornflower or Bachelor's Button they are a pretty addition to the garden. Flowers are fringed and sit above thistle like centres. Flowering from late spring through until early summer and often will flower again later in summer and into autumn. The foliage is an attractive silvery grey green. Plants are happy in full sun or partial shade and they like an