Category: Rarium | Sub-Category: Alpine and Rock Garden
Scientific Name (Genus/Species): Centaurium scilloides
Family: (Gentianaceae)
(P) to 6″ . Perennial Centaury. Europe. This charmer has neat tufts of small, dark green, pointed, glossy leaves. Erect stems carry clear pink, five-petalled flowers with prominent yellow anthers in dense clusters. Blooms late summer. Short-lived but self-sows gently. Sun/partial shade. 3 & T1 & Δ
*Tip: If germination does not occur after 3-4 weeks, place seed pans in a cool location (about 40°) for 2-4 weeks