- Annual 100cm
- Mix of blue, pink and mauve bicoloured flowers
- Suited to meadow planting or cut flowers
Description
Cornflower- Classic Artistic
Centaurea cyanus
- Annual 100cm
- Mix of blue, pink and mauve bicoloured flowers
- Suited to meadow planting or cut flowers
Annual growing to 100cm with an upright habit and long grey-green leaves. A mix of the three 'Classic' series cornflowers, with bicoloured blue, mauve and pink flowers. Attracts beneficial insects. Drought tolerant and easy to grow.
An excellent cut or dried flower, the flowers are also edible; the three colours together make attractive cut flower arrangements or a dried petal mix for garnishes. Also suited to meadow planting and beds and borders in cottage gardens. Also known as 'Bachelors Button' and 'Basket Flower'.
Seeds per gram: 220
Product code: Z-10149_P
Best Months to Plant
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Method | Sow direct or raise seedlings |
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Sowing Depth | 5mm |
Season | Autumn, early winter and spring |
Germination | 7-14 days @ 15-18 °C |
Hardiness / Life Cycle | Hardy Annual |
Plant Spacing | 20cm |
Plant Height | 100cm |
Position | Full sun, well drained moist soil |
Days Until Maturity | 70 days |
*Notes: Susceptible to mildew. Deadhead to prolong flowering. Plants may need some support.
How To Grow
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