Remove all packaging straight away. Check the compost and water thoroughly if dry, then place the plants outdoors in a sheltered position or in a greenhouse.
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Centranthus
'Albus'
white valerian
Centranthus 'Albus', also known as white valerian, is a striking perennial that brings a refreshing touch of elegance to any garden. With its greyish-green leaves and airy sprays of small white flowers, this variety adds a soft, billowy texture that’s perfect for brightening up borders or filling in gaps between other plants. Standing at around 60cm, Centranthus 'Albus' is ideal for adding height without overwhelming your garden. Whether planted in a sunny border or a wildflower patch, its delicate blooms bring a touch of lightness and freshness to the landscape.
What makes Centranthus ruber 'Albus' particularly appealing is its ability to thrive in a range of conditions. It’s perfect for poor, well-drained soils, making it ideal for those tricky, dry spots where other plants might struggle. This hardy perennial not only provides a lovely display in late spring and early summer, but its naturalised look works well in informal settings, rock gardens, or coastal designs. Centranthus 'Albus' is low-maintenance and self-seeding, offering you a long-lasting, effortless show of white flowers year after year. If you’re after a plant that combines beauty, resilience, and a bit of wild charm, Centranthus 'Albus' is the perfect addition to your garden.
Our Centranthus 'Albus' plants are supplied as a 9cm pot with healthy growth, ensuring a strong start. They are carefully shipped in our unique cardboard box, designed to keep them safe and in top condition. This ensures they arrive healthy and ready to thrive in their new home.
Quantity
Plant profile
Plant calendar
Check each plant’s specifications. Hardy perennials can remain outdoors, while half-hardy and tender varieties should be kept frost-free until the risk of frost has passed.
Plant within a month, preferably sooner. Choose a suitable position, remove weeds and loosen the soil thoroughly, adding compost or well-rotted organic matter where needed.
Gently remove the plant from its pot and plant with the root ball level with the soil surface. Firm gently, water well and add a plant label.
Water regularly until established and whenever the soil feels dry during spring and summer. Feed container-grown plants fortnightly during active growth to encourage healthy flowering.
- Botanical name
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Centranthus ruber 'Albus'
Centranthus alba
Valeriana 'Alba' - Flower colour
- White
- Established height
- 50-70cm
- Established spread
- 50-70cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
-
Upright
Clump-forming - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- No
- Plant size
- 9cm root ball
- Plant spacing
- 9 plants per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
-
Damp
Free draining
Dry - Soil type
-
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
-
Coastal gardens
Large containers
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens - Sunlight
-
Partial shade
Dappled shade - Toxicity
- No report
- Years to establish
- 2-3 years
Pollinator-friendly
Perennial
Fully hardy
Drought tolerant
Low maintenance
Attracts wildlife
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