Centaurea ssp. Perennial and annual species, often with showy flowers borne from handsome involucres of overlapping bracts. Many species are suitable for cut and dried bouquets. A few species have invasive potential, including bachelor buttons (C. cyanus).
Aloha Rose An annual Centaurea with the appearance of a longhair thistle, but perfectly spineless and silky to the touch. The lavender-rose heads are 3-5" across, opening from ornately imbricated buds that resemble intricate baskets. Highly attractive to bumble bees and butterflies. 3-5' tall, individual blooms borne on stout 36" stems. Long lasting as cut or dried flower. Full sun. Native US specie... pricing and more
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