Knautia macedonia (Knautia)


Botanical Information

FamilyDipsacaceae
GenusKnautia
Speciesmacedonia
CategoryPerennials
OriginCentral Europe.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5-9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height50-75 cm
Spread50-75 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJuly, August, September

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeBest suited to use as a cut-flower, in meadows or naturalistic landscapes.
CultivationA low maintenance plant best planted in full sun and well drained soils but intolerant of high humidity.
Notable SpecimensThe Devonian Botanic Garden, Devon, Alberta, Canada.

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