About
Statuesque, clump-forming perennial to 2m in height, with lance-shaped, serrated green leaves and tall stems bearing pure white thistle-like flowers carried in small groups, from midsummer to early autumn, followed by attractive seed heads.
About the genus
Klasea includes herbaceous and sometimes woody species grown for their ornamental merit. The genus is represented in gardens by selected species and cultivars suited to a range of growing conditions
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
Native toBulgaria, Romania, Moldova
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any well-drained soil in full sun
PruningCut down spent flowers in late winter or early spring
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free