purpurascens – Cerinthe major, garden selections

Cerinthe major belongs to Boraginaceae. In the horticultural Purpurascens reference, blue-purple bracts surround deeper purple flowers. The bracts are modified leaves, so the display involves more than petal colour alone. Sunny, well-drained conditions suit this seasonal ornamental. The selection name distinguishes it within a honeywort seed assortment.