Knautia mac. Red Knight
£7.49
Out of stock
Description
Bring rich, jewel-toned colour and endless movement to your garden with Knautia macedonica ‘Red Knight’. This long-flowering perennial produces deep crimson, pincushion-like blooms on tall, wiry stems that dance beautifully in the breeze. A magnet for bees and butterflies, it’s a perfect choice for naturalistic planting, mixed borders, and wildlife-friendly schemes in South London gardens. Pairs well with grasses, echinacea, and salvias for a relaxed, meadow-style look.
Plants supplied in a 14CM grower’s pot.
Key Features & Care:
Mature Height: 60–90cm
Mature Spread: 45–60cm
Flower Colour: Deep crimson-red
Flowering Period: Summer to early autumn
Foliage: Deciduous, mid-green and lightly textured
Fragrant: No
Growth Rate: Fast-growing
Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, tolerates coastal conditions
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained
Soil PH: Acid, neutral
Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand
Wildlife Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
Perfect For:
Coastal and urban gardens
Pollinator-friendly planting
Cottage and meadow-style borders
Long-flowering mixed planting schemes
How to Grow:
Plant in free-draining soil in a sunny position. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering and cut back faded stems to encourage tidy regrowth and a second flush.
Please note:
Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may vary from the one pictured.