Cerinthe major | Honeywort Cut flower garden they adore Heleniums

they adore Heleniums

A great plant to add bulk to a border as well as being a quick grower so great for new gardens

but a covering of mulch will retain some moisture

Easily split and will multiply quickly

they need good drainage

Cerinthe major | Honeywort Cut flower garden they adore HeleniumsWe think self seeding plants are a gift to the garden and we just love this one! Cerinthe major or as it is commonly known Honeywort or Pride of Gibraltar is actually a native of the Greek Islands. The striking feature is the beautiful indigo violet bells rimmed in white that dangle gracefully from bronzy blue bracts that stand above the attractive grey green leaves. A standout plant for the summer garden, the nectar laden flowers are an absolute bee