Grow the classic cottage garden flower with our Tall Blue Cornflower seeds. This beloved heirloom, also known as Bachelor's Button, produces an abundance of beautiful, frilly flowers in the iconic, true "cornflower blue." An easy-to-grow and prolific bloomer, this is a must-have for any cutting garden, providing beautiful, long-lasting flowers for bouquets. It's a charming and cheerful addition that brings a touch of old-fashioned grace to any garden.
⭐ What you'll love
The iconic, brilliant true-blue color that is a garden classic.
An excellent and long-lasting cut flower for bouquets and arrangements.
An incredibly easy-to-grow annual that readily self-sows.
A favorite of bees and other beneficial pollinators.
🌿 Seed details
Plant Name: Tall Blue Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 100 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Annual
Height: 24-36 inches
Days to Maturity: 65-80 days
USDA Zone: 2-11
Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. Fall sowing is also excellent in mild climates.
Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
Spacing: Space or thin plants to 6-12 inches apart.
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
Soil: Prefers well-draining soil; is not picky about quality.
Care: Deadheading spent flowers will encourage a continuous bloom season.
✅ Our seed packets
Professionally designed and made.
Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
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