Centaurea montana 'Gold Bullion'

Mountain Bluet, Perennial Cornflower

Family: Asteraceae Aster


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 8A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Blue
Bloom time Late Spring to Late Summer, Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, massing, specimen
Height 12" to 15" / 30cm to 40cm
Spread 8" to 12" / 20cm to 30cm
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green, yellow
Fruit color n/a
Soil type Loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing