Description
The Greater knapweed is bigger and blousier than the common knapweed; it is usually pinky-purple and occasionally white. A group of these will look great at the back of a border or in your meadow. It is ideal in poor soil as if the soil is too fertile, it can become too leafy! Therefore for a wildlife garden or a neglected patch, it will be ideal to bring some long lasting Summer colour.
Wildlife attracted:
Butterflies and moths are especially attracted to the Greater knapweed. Marbled white butterfly in particular will often seek out purple flowers as a favourite. In addition finches are love the seed heads.
Other features:
In the wild, it is often found in dry, chalky grassland; however it will grow in a whole range of soil typ
