Centaurea 'Pulchra Major'

Centaurea 'Pulchra Major', commonly known as Corn Flower, is a beautiful and versatile plant that adds color and interest to any garden or landscape. With its lanceolate-shaped leaves and stunning purple-medium violet flowers, this plant is a must-have for any flower enthusiast.

The leaves of Centaurea 'Pulchra Major' have a pointed or acute tip and a lobed, dentate margin, giving them an interesting and unique appearance. The main color of the leaves is a dark green, providing a striking contrast to the vibrant flowers.

Speaking of flowers, Centaurea 'Pulchra Major' produces exquisite blooms with a diameter of 3.5 to 4 cm. The flower color is a beautiful shade of purple-medium violet, designated as 084A according to a color chart. The flowers are unicolored, meaning they have a uniform color distribution throughout.

While the scent of the flowers is weak, the visual impact they create more than makes up for it. The inflorescence length of Centaurea 'Pulchra Major' ranges from 5 to 10 cm, creating a cluster of blooms that are sure to catch the eye.

One of the standout features of Centaurea 'Pulchra Major' is its excellent winter hardness. It can thrive in USDA zones 1, 2, 3, and 4, making it a suitable choice for colder climates. This plant is resilient and can withstand harsh winter conditions, ensuring its beauty and vibrancy year after year.

Another advantage of Centaurea 'Pulchra Major' is its non-toxic or barely toxic nature. While it's always important to exercise caution around plants, especially if you have pets or children, this variety of Corn Flower poses little to no harm if consumed accidentally.

Centaurea 'Pulchra Major' thrives in sunny light conditions and prefers well-drained soil. It can be planted in flower beds, borders, or containers, adding a pop of color to any setting. Its leaf size is approximately 25 to 30 cm, making it an eye-catching foliage plant even when not in bloom.

In conclusion, Centaurea 'Pulchra Major' is a stunning and resilient plant that deserves a place in every garden. With its lanceolate-shaped leaves, purple-medium violet flowers, and excellent winter hardiness, it is a showstopper throughout the year. Whether planted in flower beds or containers, this Corn Flower variety will surely impress with its vibrant colors and unique leaf characteristics.

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