Centarium scillioides, a resilient and visually captivating addition to any rock garden or xeriscape. Native to the Mediterranean region, particularly found in rocky slopes and dry meadows, this delightful perennial boasts clusters of tiny, star-shaped pink flowers that bloom from late spring through summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its slender, wiry stems adorned with lance-shaped leaves create an airy, delicate appearance, making it a perfect choice for adding texture and charm to rockeries, border edges, or containers.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Centarium scillioides is a low-maintenance plant that is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal watering once roots have settled. Its compact growth habit, reaching up to 12 inches in height, makes it an ideal choice for smaller spaces or alongside other alpine plants, creating a tapestry of color and texture. Whether you're seeking to recreate a slice of the Mediterranean in your garden or simply looking for a resilient and beautiful addition to your landscape, Centarium scillioides is sure to delight with its enduring beauty and effortless grace.
Centarium scillioides, a resilient and visually captivating addition to any rock garden or xeriscape. Native to the Mediterranean region, particularly found in rocky slopes and dry meadows, this delightful perennial boasts clusters of tiny, star-shaped pink flowers that bloom from late spring through summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its slender, wiry stems adorned with lance-shaped leaves create an airy, delicate appearance, making it a perfect choice for adding texture and charm to rockeries, border edges, or containers.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Centarium scillioides is a low-maintenance plant that is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal watering once roots have settled. Its compact growth habit, reaching up to 12 inches in height, makes it an ideal choice for smaller spaces or alongside other alpine plants, creating a tapestry of color and texture. Whether you're seeking to recreate a slice of the Mediterranean in your garden or simply looking for a resilient and beautiful addition to your landscape, Centarium scillioides is sure to delight with its enduring beauty and effortless grace.
