Centaurea | Montana annual Mr Pheasant is made of

Mr Pheasant is made of corten steel and is life-sized at 66cm from beak to tail and stands 37cm tall from the top of the stake which will secure him in your chosen position

Phlox like well-drained soil in a nice sunny spot

It is happy in sun or shade although in hot areas does appreciate some shade

A flower arrangers dream flower given the mosaic of colours in one flower as well as the longevity in a vase

This plant is adored by flower arrangers

Centaurea | Montana annual Mr Pheasant is made ofCentaurea montana is a perennial cornflower in a striking rich showy blue. Also known as Mountain Cornflower or Bachelor's Button they are a pretty addition to the garden. Flowers are fringed and sit above thistle like centres. Flowering from late spring through until early summer and often will flower again later in summer and into autumn. The foliage is an attractive silvery grey green. Plants are happy in full sun or partial shade and they like an