Centaurea cyanus 'Red Boy' (Cornflower, Bachelor's Buttons)

300 seeds  $3.25 

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. Good for attracting  bees  and  butterflies .  Deer resistant .  Self-sowing  and easy to grow in average conditions.

height 30"  spacing 9"

Sowing Centaurea cyanus 'Red Boy' Seeds

Sow centaurea seeds outdoors in early spring, 1/4" deep. Or start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date. Full sun to part shade. 

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