American Star-Thistle, Basket Flower


Scientific Name: Centaurea americana Nutt.
Family: Asteraceae
American Star-Thistle, Basket Flower(Centaurea americana)
Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 3: 20. Courtesy of Kentucky Native Plant Society. Scanned by Omnitek Inc.
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: All zones
USDA: 4-9

Heat Tolerance: Winter grower in the hot deserts, finishes blooming in May-June

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Central and southwestern USA

Growth Habits: Annual, 5 to 6 feet tall (1.5-1.8 m), 12 to 16 inches spread (30-40 cm)

Watering Needs: Moderate water

Good cut flowers.

Blooming Habits:
Pale lilac to rose flowers, in June and July.


 

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