The centaury (Centaurium sp.) belongs to the Compositae family and is a bushy, evergreen plant. Centaury is a winter-hardy, herbaceous, perennial and annual plant, which are endemic to many European countries. It grows to a maximum height of 1 m. Its leaves are small, opposite, lobed and silver-green with almost white stems. Its flowers are large purple or yellow with a pleasant aroma. Its flowering period lasts from July to September.
Location
Suitable for sunny, seaside places.
Watering
It needs moderate watering. In summer it needs more frequent watering.
Terrain
It grows successfully in a wide variety of soil types as long as they have good drainage.
Durability
It is resistant to high temperatures and low temperatures down to -5°C.
Pruning
The dry parts need to be removed after the flowering period to maintain the shape of the plant.
Flowerpot 15 cm- 1,5 L
