Knautia macedonica
Bobbing crimson pincushions
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Knautia macedonica
- Add incredible movement and a wild, prairie-style feel to your borders with the deep, crimson-red, pincushion-like flowers of this stunning perennial.
- Knautia macedonica produces a seemingly endless succession of blooms that bob beautifully on tall, wiry stems, creating a brilliant 'see-through' effect.
- This knautia is remarkably long-flowering, providing a spectacular, high-impact splash of intense color from early summer right up until the first frosts.
- It is a phenomenally tough, fully hardy plant that actually prefers poor, well-drained soils, making it the ultimate low-maintenance hero for dry gardens.
- You will be amazed by the sheer number of butterflies it attracts, acting as an essential, nectar-rich resource late into the season.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Knautia macedonica grows well in pots with regular watering during dry spells.
How big does it get?
Knautia macedonica typically reaches a mature height of 80 cm and a spread of 45 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Knautia macedonica requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Knautia macedonica prefers moderately fertile, well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Knautia macedonica needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Knautia macedonica does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Knautia macedonica is fully hardy (H5), enduring temperatures down to -15°C. It grows well across the UK, though it may need protection from severe winter wet in colder regions.
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