Orlaya grandiflora

A pretty annual with rather frilly flat heads of petals. The centre of the bloom has tiny flowers whilst the outer petals are long, informal and wavy. It looks as though it has a split identity and can't decide between roles. It flowers during June and July, the flowers stranding on long slim stems way above the rather frilly foliage mat. Spiny fruits follow the flowers. This is widespread across Europe and central Asia, enjoying dry and stony places in sunshine with well drained soil. This is a good subject for planting in a wild area or amongst other wavy plants.