Scientific Name : Centaurea ragusina
Common Name : Snowflake Dusty Miller
Hardiness Zone : 6b - 9b
Blooming Season : Spring
Plant Habit : Mounded
Characteristics : Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant, Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance
Water : Light
Fertilizer : None or when needed only
Spacing : 13 - 16" (33 - 41cm)
Height : 8 - 11" (20 - 28cm)
Width : 11 - 14" (28 - 36cm)
Exposure : Sun
General Information : Stunning silver-white leaves will brighten any space and attract the eye! Lovely mounding appearance. Gracefully wavy leaf edges add a wonderful texture.
Idea & Tips : Performs best in full sun in dry, well-drained soils. Easy to grow and drought tolerant once established.
Grower Information :
Attract more attention to any display or landscape. - Plant has distinctive silvery white foliage with wavy leaf edges.
- Ideal for combos and front-of-the-border plantings.
- Offers better Winter hardiness than the competition.
Retailers Choice Award
'Balcentsirl'
Protection Information : EU PBRAF; PP35,838
(Flowering Only License)
Breeder : Darwin Perennials
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Propagation Guide
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EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
70-72°F (21-22°C)
500 ppm IBA
Low to moderate
50-75 ppm N starting day 7
Pinch once, prior to transplant.
35-42 days after sticking
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Finishing Guide
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5.8-6.2
Nights: 56 to 64°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 76°F (18 to 24°C)
5,000 to 8,000
No
Allow media to dry moderately between watering.
Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 150 to 175 ppm N.
Typically not required
Thrips and pythium can be issues. Use well-drained media.
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Crop Scheduling
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Not recommended
Rooted: 6-8 wks
10-12 wks
June to July
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