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AMETHYST IN SNOW BACHELOR'S BUTTON
Centaurea montana
'Amethyst in Snow'
PP18284 Plant propagation prohibited
AKA: Amethyst in Snow Cornflower
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List Price $25.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 3-7 · Mature Height: 12-24 Inches · Mature Spread: 8-18 Inches
Amethyst in Snow Bachelor's Button is a perennial that flips the garden script by pairing pure, satiny white petals with rich royal‑purple centers, creating a bloom that's equal parts elegance and rebel chic. From late spring into early summer, these two‑toned flower heads hover above a low mound of silvery‑green, lance‑shaped foliage, bringing texture, color contrast and movement to borders and rock gardens.
But it's not just a pretty face. Rated hardy to USDA Zone 3 and built to thrive in average to dry, well‑drained soils—even sandy or lean ones—Amethyst in Snow Bachelor's Button is as practical as it is showy. The foliage remains attractive long after the flowers fade, giving you seasonal impact without constant fuss.
Ideal for pollinator gardens, cottage plantings or low‑maintenance sunny spots, this cultivar delivers early‑season drama while staying deer‑ and rabbit‑resistant. With a bit of deadheading you may even enjoy a bonus rebloom later in the summer—a delightful surprise when many plants have already folded for the season.
Family: Asteraceae · Common Name: Bachelor's Button
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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AMETHYST IN SNOW BACHELOR'S BUTTON Plant Characteristics
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Spot - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - Moderate Resistance |
Growth Habit*
| • | Compact Growing |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Leaf Type*
| • | Deciduous/Herbaceous |
Plant Type*
| • | Perennial |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Moist |
| • | Salt Tolerant |
| • | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Cuttings or Divisions |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Summer Flowering |
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AMETHYST IN SNOW BACHELOR'S BUTTON Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Grows best in well‑drained soils; average to dry is ideal.
- Tolerates sandy, lean, or rocky soils.
- Neutral to slightly alkaline pH; clay is acceptable with good drainage.
- Sun Exposure:
- Full sun preferred for strongest contrast and bloom.
- Part shade tolerated, though blooming may be lighter.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.
- Once established, moderately drought tolerant.
- Avoid soggy or poorly drained soils to prevent rot.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Minimal feeding required.
- A light application of compost or balanced slow‑release fertilizer in spring boosts growth.
- Avoid high‑nitrogen fertilizers that encourage foliage over flowers.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage rebloom and limit self‑seeding.
- Shear back after flowering to tidy appearance and rejuvenate foliage.
- Divide clumps every few years in early spring if growth becomes crowded.
Interesting Notes About AMETHYST IN SNOW BACHELOR'S BUTTON
- Two‑Tone Original: This was the first two‑toned Centaurea montana introduced into the commercial plant world, making it a true standout in perennial breeding.
- Pollinator Powerhouse: Loved by bees and butterflies, this plant provides nectar early in the growing season when little else is blooming.
- Mountain Heritage: Native to mountainous regions of Europe, Centaurea montana is tough, adaptable, and thrives in rocky or sandy soils.
- No Garden Thug Here: Despite its ability to spread slowly by clump, 'Amethyst in Snow' doesn't reseed aggressively like some other bachelor's buttons.
- Texture Bonus: The low mound of fuzzy, silvery‑green leaves adds structure and color contrast even when flowers aren't in bloom.
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