Knautia macedonica 'Melton Pastels' - Meadow Crown

Looking for an early bloomer and a perennial (so you only have to sow once)? One that sways in the wind with its adorable little flower heads? Look no further and choose this Knautia.

This charming flower produces endless stems of powdery blooms in shades of soft pink, lilac, carmine, and pastel red. Perfect for adding movement and color to your border, and a dream in field bouquets.

Why you want to sow this beauty:

🌿 Floating effect – graceful stems sway gently in the wind
🎨 Romantic color mix – soft shades with character
✂️ Topper in bouquets – long-lasting and playful
🐝 Bee and butterfly magnet – good for your garden and nature
🌱 Easy to sow – even for the lazy gardener 😉

Sowing instructions

• Sowing time: February – April (pre-sowing) or September (cold stratification - place these in a damp paper towel in your refrigerator for 14 days)

• Germination time: 2–4 weeks, sometimes varying temperatures required

• Sowing depth: Cover lightly.

• Location: Sun

• Flowering period: June – September

• Height: ± 80–100 cm

• Special features: Perennial, hardy plant (short-lived, but often self-seeds)

• Uses: Borders, cut flower garden, cut flowers, bee plant