Plant family: Asteraceae

Genus: Centaurea

Species: cyanus

 1 G packet

Plant type: Annual

Colors: White, Pink, Rose, Medium Blue, Lavender 

Bloom time: Late spring - early fall

Texture: Medium

Growth rate: Fast

Height: 12" - 30"

Width: 6"

Light requirements: Full sun

Soil needs: Moderately fertile, well drained, rich soil with a ph of 5.5 - 7.5.

Care: Plant established plants 9" - 12" apart.. Root stimulator will encourage quicker rooting and stronger root system. Use a slow release fertilizer at planting time or begin using water-soluble fertilizer at planting time and continue to use every 3 weeks throughout the growing season. Apply 3 inches of vegetative mulch around plants in summer to help retain soil moisture. Dead head to keep plants neat and prevent self seeding. Remove after last frost.

Pests and diseases: Powdery Mildew, Downy Mildew, Crown Rot, Rust.

Propagation: Sow indoors 6 - 8 weeks prior to last frost or direct sow in garden after last frost. Sprinkle seeds over soil mix and cover to a depth of 1/8". Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy.  Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone.