Knautia macedonica ‘Thunder & Lightning’
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£4.99 – £9.99
Variation Title | Price | Add to Cart Button | Stock | Quantity |
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2 Ltr | £ 9.99 | 5 | ||
9 cm | £ 4.99 | 0 |
Description
Knautia ‘Thunder and Lightning’
Knautia ‘Thunder and Lightning’ is an eye-catching perennial, admired for its striking variegated foliage and vibrant blooms. The plant’s deeply lobed, dark green leaves are edged with creamy white margins, creating a bold contrast that lasts throughout the growing season. In summer, it produces vivid magenta pincushion-like flowers held on tall, wiry stems.
Reaching a height of approximately 60 to 70 cm, this upright plant is perfect for adding vertical interest to borders, cottage gardens, or wildlife-friendly planting schemes. The flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for pollinator-friendly gardens. Knautia ‘Thunder and Lightning’ thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, showing good tolerance to drought once established.
This low-maintenance perennial is ideal for gardeners looking to add a long-flowering, reliable plant to their garden, combining attractive foliage and bold flowers for a dynamic display.
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