Centaurea cyanus Seeds
Centaurea cyanus is an annual flower that blooms in early summer. Also known as Cornflower or Bachelor's Buttons. Easy to grow. Self sows.
Sowing Centaurea cyanus Seeds
Sow cornflower seeds outdoors in spring, 1/8" deep. Sow in late September in zones 7-10. Full sun. Light shade in hot climates. Height 30", spacing 8".
Centaurea cyanus 'Polka Dot Mix'
(Cornflower, Bachelor's Buttons)
300 seeds $3.00
Centaurea cyanus 'Polka Dot Mix' includes shades of pink, white, burgundy, blue and lavender. The flowers have tall stems, which are good for cutting. Centaurea cyanus is a host plant for Painted Lady butterfly larvae. The flowers attract bees, butterflies and beneficial insects. Cornflowers reseed, but extra seedlings are easy to pull up if they are not wanted.
Centaurea cyanus 'Blue Boy' (Cornflower, Bachelor's Buttons)
300 seeds $3.00
Centaurea cyanus 'Blue Boy' has double blooms in a stunning shade of deep blue. It makes a great cut flower and a lovely addition to the border or the wildflower garden. The true blue color goes with everything - just like the sky. This selection is also known as Centaurea cyanus 'Tall Blue Boy'. I like tall varieties because they look graceful and make a big impression.
Centaurea cyanus 'Red Boy' (Cornflower, Bachelor's Buttons)
300 seeds $3.00
Centaurea cyanus 'Red Boy' has double, rosy-red flowers on tall stems. It's perfect for brightening up the garden. It also makes a wonderful cut flower. Centaurea cyanus blooms for a long time in summer, especially if deadheaded. It's good for attracting bees and butterflies. Cornflowers can be sown outdoors in late September in zones 7-10 for earlier bloom. Self sows .
Centaurea cyanus 'Frosty Mix' (Cornflower, Bachelor's Buttons)
300 seeds $1.50 clearance sale
Centaurea cyanus 'Frosty Mix' has semi-double to double flowers with contrasting centers. It blooms in shades of pink, white, purple, blue, lavender and burgundy. The white-tipped petals give the effect of the flowers being frosted. Cornflowers have attractive, gray-green foliage. They appreciate a little afternoon shade in hot climates. Deer resistant .
Centaurea cyanus 'Blue Diadem' (Cornflower, Bachelor's Buttons)
110 seeds $3.00
Centaurea 'Blue Diadem' is the most impressive blue cornflower you can grow. The tall plants produce loads of true blue, double flowers. It's very attractive to bees and beneficial insects . Blue Diadem cornflower looks good in the middle of the border with shorter plants in front and taller plants behind. It's especially nice with anything that blooms in yellow or gold.