$4.99
Cornflower | id:23450 | Centaurea cyanus | Ecologically grown | Annual | Open Pollinated | Heirloom
Great for the edge of the garden. A mix of purple, blue, pink, and white papery blossoms. Excellent as cut flower. They dry well, looking fresh for long time. Attracts lots of beneficial insects. Drought resistance
Planting tip: Sow seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost. Darkness required for germination. Move to bright lights when seedling emerges. Transplant outside late spring.
Harvesting tip: Harvest when the flowers are fully open. Leaves are also edible.
Seed depth:1/2″, Plant spacing:8-12″, Row spacing:14-18″, Sun Level:3, Watering Level:2, Germination:7-14 days/jrs, 15-21°C Optimally:18°C, Days to maturity:80-90 d/j, Edible flower, Attracts pollinators
