K - Knautia

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Regular price €2.50

THE PLANT
Plant attractive to bees, with lilac-blue or red flowers. Commonly found at roadsides and in fields.

THE TYPE
A modern interpretation on Art Nouveau fonts, with flowing, organic lines inspired by natural forms.

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Name 
Knautia

Variety 

Latin name 
Knautia arvensis

Seed quantity 
0,25 grams

Packet size
9 x 12,5 cm

Packet material
Made from paper produced using tomato waste fibers, it can be disposed of in biodegradable waste

Plant size
60-90 cm height, 30-60 cm spread

Container size
Minimum 25 cm diameter

How to grow

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Sowing
Outdoor Early spring or late summer
Indoor 6-8 weeks before last frost

Germination
Time 14-21 days
Temperature 15-20°C

How to sow
Direct sow Sow seeds on soil surface; press lightly but do not cover
Indoor Surface-sow in trays with good light exposure

Caring
Light Full sun to partial shade 
Watering Moderate; let soil dry between waterings
Soil Well-drained, chalky to loamy soil
Feeding Light feeding in spring with balanced fertilizer

Growing tip
Knautia attracts pollinators and benefits from regular deadheading to prolong flowering. It is drought-tolerant once established.

Harvesting
Harvest flowers when fully open. Stems can be cut and used fresh or dried for arrangements.

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Fun fact 1
Knautia is named after the German botanist Christian Knaut.

Fun fact 2
Its nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to pollinator gardens.

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