Description :
Cornflower, Herb Seeds, Centaurea Cyanus, Grow Your Own Seed Packet, Open Pollinated, Naturally Grown, Non GMO, Free Shipping
Cornflower is easily grown in average, moist but well-drained soils in full to partial sun. This plant is characterized by its purple, daisy-like flower petals and white/yellow center. Cornflowers are usually grown as ornamentals, and add a touch of color to bouquets, flower beds, or on desserts as an edible decoration.
All plants at Lovelight Herb Farm are naturally and organically grown, non-GMO, chemical-free, and open pollinated.We are a small family farm located in Western Oregon, USA
Seed packets contain a generous amount of seed for the home gardener. Minimum of 50 seeds included in each seed packet.
Type: Annual
Family: Asteraceae
Native Range:
Growing Zones: 3-8
Mature Height: 18-30 inches
Mature Width:
Sowing: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost; can direct sow in early Summer.
Sow depth: ¼ in
Days to Germinate: 14-20 @ 70F
Special Maintenance: n/a
Sunlight: Full sun, Part Sun
Soil Type: Light, well drained
Water: Light
Drought Tolerance: Good
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf Description: Slender
Bloom Time: Summer, June-August
Bloom Description: Blue-purple petals with a white/yellow center
Harvest: Flower
Harvest Time: Summer, June-August
Special Properties: Bees, Butterflies, Pollinators, Deer resistant, Edible flowers, Cut flowers