Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00002114
11/12/99
Knautia macedonica
Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8
Height: 3 ft Spacing: 18 in
Type: perennial
Flowers: Red
Comments: The flowers of this plant show its close
relationship with scabiosa. The dark red flowers are
flecked with white (Vis. 2) and are displayed on stems that
can reach a height of 40 inches. Provide a growing area in
full sun and a well-drained soil. The plant (Vis. 1) will
start flowering in early summer and continue until frost.
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