Also known as Cupid's Dart · 100 saves
Catananche
Catananche, the genus most gardeners know as cupid's dart. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Catananche varieties
Species of Catananche
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Catananche in Sow
Save the Catananche you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Catananche questions
How many types of Catananche are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Catananche varieties. The most popular — ranked by 100 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Catananche grow in?
Across its varieties, Catananche covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Catananche bloom?
Most Catananche varieties bloom in summer, early summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Catananche should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.