Catananche caerulea
Catananche caerulea
Cupid's Dart
Beautiful semi double blooms of light lavender with purple centers bloom from midsummer to fall. A delicate fringe at the tips of papery petals add to the allure. Remove faded blooms to encourage budding. Perfect either cut or dried. Interesting seed heads. (Perennial)
Bloom time Size Exposure
Summer 18-24" tall x 12-18" wide Sun 
Hardiness Zone:4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11
zone map Cold Hardy to -30° to -20°F
Attracts Bees Attracts BeesAttracts Beneficial Insects Attracts Beneficial Insects
Attracts Butterflies Attracts ButterfliesDrought Tolerant Drought Tolerant
Good for Cut Flowers Good for Cut FlowersLong Blooming or Repeat Blooming Long Blooming or Repeat Blooming