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 types
Greater knapweed can also be included in our bees and butterflies plug plant collection