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Amethyst Dream Cornflower
Centaurea montana 'Amethyst Dream'
Cornflower
In stock · from $14.99
A herbaceous perennial with a spreading growth habit. It graces the garden with striking royal-purple, thistle-like flowers during late spring and early summer. These blooms are not only a visual delight but also attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. The plant's silver leaves, covered in soft hairs, provide an elegant backdrop to the vibrant blossoms.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-09.
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Low maintenance.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
Quick answers
How big does Amethyst Dream Cornflower get?
About 18-24" tall and 36" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Amethyst Dream Cornflower need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Amethyst Dream Cornflower need?
Low water use.
Will Amethyst Dream Cornflower grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Amethyst Dream Cornflower in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $14.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Amethyst Dream Cornflower wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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