Cornflower 500 Seeds Bachelor’s Buttons Centaurea cyanus USA Company

Centaurea cyanus, commonly known as cornflower or bachelor's button, is a charming annual flowering plant native to Europe. It boasts striking, vibrant blue flowers that bloom in clusters atop slender stems. The petals are delicately arranged around a dark center, creating a captivating contrast. While the classic blue is most common, cultivars also come in shades of pink, white, and purple.

Cornflowers are beloved for their old-fashioned charm and are often found in cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and as ornamental additions to borders and containers. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring minimal maintenance once established. These resilient flowers are also attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, making them a valuable addition to any garden ecosystem.

Apart from their ornamental value, cornflowers have historical and cultural significance. They have been used in herbal medicine for various ailments, and their petals have been employed to add color to culinary dishes, teas, and even liqueurs. Additionally, cornflowers hold symbolic meaning in folklore, representing qualities such as love, fidelity, and prosperity. Hardy in zones 2-11

Growing Instructions

Direct sow in late fall or early spring, planting the seeds thinly and 1/2" deep. In the spring, keep the soil moist after sowing; germination should occur within 7-10 days. To start indoors, plant three or four seeds 1/2" below the surface in individual peat pots. Keep the soil lightly moist and at a temperature of 65-70 degrees F until germination; thin to the strongest seedlings. Transplant the seedlings before they reach a height of 5".