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Sweet sultan is a cool-season flowering plant with an upright, branching growth habit and soft, aromatic foliage. It adapts well to temperate climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained soil. This plant establishes easily from seed and is suitable for garden beds, borders, and cutting gardens. It prefers moderate temperatures and consistent moisture for steady and uniform growth throughout the growing season.
Features
- Upright, branching flowering plant
- Suitable for beds, borders, and cutting gardens
- Performs well in full sun environments
- Adapted to temperate climates
- Steady growth with moderate moisture
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Centaurea moschata
- Common Name (US): Sweet Sultan
- Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
- Growth Habit: Upright, branching plant
- USDA Zones: 3-9
- Planting Season: Spring or fall
- Growing Season: Cool to mild season
- Sowing Season: February to April and September to October
- Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days at 15-20°C
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
- Mature Plant Size: 60-90 cm height, 30-45 cm spread
- Plant Spacing: 25-30 cm between plants
