Cornflower
(Bachelor Buttons)
Centaurea cyanus
[approx. 200 seeds/gram]

Centaurea is excellent for beds, borders and as cut flowers. It is hardy and blooms in May through summer if planted in early spring.

Prefers sunny, well-drained location. 12 to 36 inches in height.

Also known as 'Bachelor Buttons' and 'Bluebonnet', Cornflower is native to Europe and found growing wild in grain ("corn") fields, hence the name.

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