- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 18 - 24 Inches
- Mature Spread 18 - 24 Inches
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
The long-lasting dark purple flowers of the Amethyst Dream Bachelor Button bloom in May and feature thin, wispy petals. Each bloom can reach up to 2.5 inches across for a showy display. Centaurea also features long, lance-shaped foliage in a silvery-green shade. This hardy plant can handle warm and dry conditions, making it a good choice for challenging landscapes or forgetful gardeners.
The upright, mounded growth habit makes this plant a wonderful option to include in sunny beds, borders, or mass plantings. Trim the flowers to include in arrangements or dry the blooms for long-lasting use. Amethyst Dream Bachelor Button has a compact form, easily fitting in areas with limited space. This lovely plant is a perennial in USDA zones 3 through 8.
Amethyst Dream Bachelor Button Care
Plant in full sun and water when the top several inches of soil are dry. Centaurea is drought-tolerant, but keeping up with regular watering ensures the plant looks its best. Soil should be rich and allow for good drainage.
Apply a balanced fertilizer during the spring to get the plant off to a healthy start. Trim back the growth in the fall.
Amethyst Dream Bachelor Button Spacing
The Amethyst Dream Bachelor Button has an upright and compact form that will reach 18 to 24 inches tall and 24 to 28 inches wide. Space plants 20 inches apart to create a continuous planting.
Amethyst Dream Bachelor Button Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
Plant Type: Perennials |
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 18 - 24 Inches |
Mature Spread: 24 - 28 Inches |
Spacing: 24 - 28 Inches |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): Purple |
Flower Description: |
Bloom Period: May |
Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
Foliage Color(s): Green, Silver |
Foliage Description: |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Deer |
Tolerates: Drought, Salt |
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies |
Container Role: |
Uses: Borders, Containers, Edging, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance |
Brand: |
Common Name: Amethyst Dream Bachelor Button |
Other Name(s): |
Scientific Name: CENTAUREA `AMETHYST DREAM` |
- SKU:
- 1004303-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
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- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.