The Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) is a classic annual wildflower known for its vivid blue blooms and delicate, upright form. Perfect for home gardens, borders, and cottage-style landscapes, this variety brings cheerful color and an old-fashioned charm to any outdoor space. Cornflowers are drought-tolerant, pollinator-friendly, and easy to cultivate, making them an excellent choice for beginner gardeners.
Features:
Produces bright, daisy-like blooms in shades of blue, pink, and white
Ideal for home gardens, borders, and wildflower meadows
Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
Easy-to-grow and low-maintenance
Long blooming season from spring through summer
Perfect for fresh-cut or dried floral arrangements
Specifications:
Scientific Name: Centaurea cyanus
Common Name: Cornflower Seeds
Plant Type: Annual Flowering Plant
Plant Height: 1236 inches (3090 cm)
Plant Spread: 812 inches (2030 cm)
Flower Colors: Blue, pink, white, or mixed
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Soil Type: Well-drained garden soil
Watering: Low to Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Germination Time: 714 days
Blooming Season: Late Spring through Summer
USDA Hardiness Zones: 211
Sowing Method: Direct sow into garden soil after frost or start indoors
Planting Depth: inch (0.6 cm)
Spacing: 812 inches (2030 cm) apart
Season: Best planted in Spring or Fall
Planting Guide:
Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil.
Sow seeds directly into the soil after the last frost, lightly covering them.
Keep soil slightly moist until germination occurs.
Thin seedlings to allow space for healthy growth.
Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering throughout the season.
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