Centaurea macrocephala | Giant Knapweed Cut flower garden the name “chrysanthemum” comes from

the name “chrysanthemum” comes from the Greek words for gold (chrysos) and flower (anthos) and is often affectionately shortened to “mum

Remove faded flowers regularly to promote more buds

deep claret coloured flowers of this variety contrast particularly well with purples and acid greens

Foliage is excellent to use in floral work

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Centaurea macrocephala | Giant Knapweed Cut flower garden the name “chrysanthemum” comes fromCentaurea macrocephala is magnificent perennial that is actually a member of the thistle family. It has beautiful bright yellow shaggy flowers that are held on tall stems that will make a strong vertical statement positioned towards the back of your border. Beneficial insects, bees, and birds all love this flower. This is also definitely for the Flower Farmer out there, as freshly cut blooms will last up to 5 days. Cut the flowers early in the morning