Dusty Miller Bush, drought & frost hardy, live plant

(Centaurea gymnocarpa)

Common name: Velvet Centaurea

The Dusty Miller bush is a very hardy and drought/frost tolerant low perennial succulent like shrub which grows to 50-60cm. It is covered in masses of globular purple flowers during late October to early December and the silver leaves makes it a great background plant for rockeries. Best grown in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Prefers well-drained soil. Ideal for borders, rockeries, pots and containers or grouped together for a low hedge.

Height – 50-80cm

Sun – Full Sun

Watering – light

Flowers – Oct-Dec

Soil - loam, sand

Fertilize – every 4-6 weeks and after flowering

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