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Cerinthe major 'Purpurascens'

Common name: Honeywort

Exotic looking ebullience

-1 to -5°C
Good Cut Flowers
Good for Pollinators

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12 for £18.00
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18 for £24.00
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A strikingly coloured annual. Cerinthe major ‘Purpurascens’ produces silver tinted, blue-green foliage and glorious, purple hanging bells which look ready to chime. Their mystical energy brings joy to any garden; drawing in bees, butterflies and birds as if the wildlife hears its song while we unknowingly gaze at its beauty. The common name, Honeywort, actually came about because bees go absolutely crazy for these wonderfully exotic hued blooms. A fantastic choice for those wanting to fill any gaps in their ornamental borders and enjoy some flowers for a vase or bouquet too. The hanging bells are captivating in a vase, providing endless summer displays for your home. An amazing half-hardy annual, from which you can collect seed year after year. For best results, we recommend planting Cerinthe major ‘Purpurascens’ in a site which benefits from well-drained soil of any kind except heavy clay. Position in full sun and plants will reach a height and spread of up to 60cm.
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Key Information
Latin Name Cerinthe major 'Purpurascens'
Common Name Honeywort
Hardiness H3 (-1 to -5°C)
Colour Purple
Type Annual
Format Young Plants
Position Full-Sun
Foliage Deciduous
Height in Maturity (m) 0.60 m
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.60
Soil Conditions Chalk Loam Sand
Soil Acidity Acid Alkaline Neutral
Aspect South-facing, West-facing
Good for pots Yes
Good for pollinators Yes
Good for cutting Yes

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