Mountain Bluet; Cornflower ‘Amethyst in Snow’

Amethyst in Snow Mountain Bluet is a compact perennial that thrives in full to part sun with average, well-drained soil. This charming variety produces striking bicolor flowers with pure white petals surrounding deep purple centers atop 14- to 16-inch stems. Blooming from late spring through summer, it makes an excellent choice for borders and cottage gardens in Falmouth and surrounding areas. The flowers are long-lasting in the garden and as cut blooms, and the plant tolerates heat and drought once established.