Where to plant in my garden?
Attractive in a mixed border or mini meadow.
Flowers: June - Sept
Habitat: Woodland, grassland and coastal
Height: Up to 1 metre
Growth Type: Perennial
Position: Full sun, well drained
Soil Preference: Tolerant of poor, alkaline soils
RHS Perfect for pollinators
Greater Knapweed
£2.50Price
Centaurea scabiosa
Jumbo plug plant (70cc)
Attracts many butterflies, such as the Marbled White, Painted Lady and Green Veined White.
Beneficial to moths, bees and hoverflies.
Advised to plant in informal groups to encourage recognition and attract bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects.