Centaurea 'Rosy Lilac' Seeds

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Centaurea 'Rosy Lilac' - 20 Seeds

Also known as the American Basket Flower 

Native to North America these plants have an open upright habit with long slender stalks topped with puffy feathery lilac flower heads. The flower buds and underside of the flowers have an intricate basket weave pattern.

Suitable for beds and borders, flowers mixtures, meadow mixes and pollinator gardens. Attracts honey bees and wild bees. Flower petals are edible and can be sprinkled on salads, cottage cheese and desserts. 

Tall long lasting & repeat flowers right through Spring and Summer. 

Easy to grow and self seeds!

Seed Starting Method Raise seedlings and plant out or sow direct 
Sowing Depth 3mm
Growing Season Spring & Summer
Germination Time 7-21 days at around 13-18c
Hardiness Annual
Plant Spacing  60cm
Plant Height 120cm tall and wide 
Planting Position Partial or full sun, moist well manured soil
Days Until Maturity  120 days 
Growing tips Very easy to grow from seed!

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