Cupid's Dart 'Amor White'-Rare Perennial-Beautiful Star like flower with purple-blue eyes

Cupid's Dart 'Amor White'. The botanical name is derived from a Greek word that means "a strong incentive," since ancient Greek women used it for a love potion. Catananche caerulea, otherwise known as Cupid's Dart or Love Plant is a charming plant. It was historically used in love potions, hence the name, and still symbolizes love in the language of flowers. An ancient ingredient in Greek love potions, Cupid’s Dart now finds itself most often a pleasing flower of well-drained soils in sunny climes that know little of humidity. Late winter sowings often yield flowers that summer. A good cut fresh or dried. 'Amor White' produces stunning blooms of white, star like flowers each with a dark purple-blue eye and unique papery petals. The blooms rise on single stems above neat clumps of grey-green foliage, the strong stems hold up to wind and rain.

Key Features:

• Approximate Seeds Per Packet: 20-200 seeds for a vibrant garden.
• Lifecycle: Perennial, ensuring lasting beauty year after year.
• Hardiness Zone: Suitable for Zones 3,4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
• Mature Size: Compact at 2 feet height x 1 foot width.
• Sun Requirements: Flourishes in full sun.
• Soil: Prefers regular, well-drained soil.
• Season: Blooms from summer to fall.
• Color: Adorned with white petals and enchanting purple centers.

Sowing Instructions:

• Depth: Surface to barely cover, 1/16".
• Sprout Time: 10-20 days.
• Starting Indoors: Begin indoors 6-8 weeks before planting. Maintain a temperature of 65-75°F.
• Starting Outdoors: Direct sow in spring to early summer.

When to Set Outside:

• Plant after the last frost for optimal growth.

Placement & Cultivation:

• Native to the Mediterranean, Cupid's Dart carries a legendary name, Catananche, meaning 'to compel.'
• Ideal for sunny perennial beds, especially alongside silver-leaved plants.
• Flourishes in very well-drained soils and regions not sweltering in summer.
• An excellent cut flower that also attracts butterflies.
• Short-lived perennial with enduring beauty.

Final Spacing:

• Allow 1 foot of space for each plant to thrive.

Water Requirements:

• Requires medium water use.
• Water somewhat drought-tolerant, with the best performance at approximately 1" of water per week.

Soil pH:

• Not particular about pH.

Fertilizer:

• Enhance soil with 1" of compost before planting.

Diseases & Pests:

• Ensure proper spacing and locate in an area with good airflow to avoid fungal troubles.

When to Cut for Bouquets:

• Harvest when flowers are almost open for stunning bouquets.

Transform your garden with the allure of Cupid's Dart. Order now and let the enchantment begin!