GREATER KNAPWEED Centaurea scabiosa

Pengaled Fawr

Produces striking bursts of purple flowers in calcareous grasslands, verges, hedgerows and cliff tops. Thrives in free draining soils and is highly attractive to pollinating species. A particular favourite of the Common Blue, Marbled White and Meadow Brown butterflies. This species has declined significantly during the 20th century.

Height: 100cm

Flowers: June to September

Colour: Purple