Centaurea cyanus Cornflower, Dwarf Blue

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Centaurea cyanus Cornflower, Dwarf Blue is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. The Dwarf Blue variety is a smaller cultivar that grows to a height of about 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) and has blue-grey flowers. The flowers are typically a vibrant blue color with a distinctive darker blue...
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Centaurea cyanus Cornflower, Dwarf Blue is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. The Dwarf Blue variety is a smaller cultivar that grows to a height of about 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) and has blue-grey flowers. The flowers are typically a vibrant blue color with a distinctive darker blue center, although they can also be pink, white, or purple. The plant has narrow, lance-shaped leaves that are slightly hairy, and it blooms in the summer months. It is commonly grown as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in cut flower arrangements. Cornflowers are also used in herbal medicine for various ailments.

Dwarfed in size, this category of Centaurea cyanus is well-known among enthusiasts because of its appearance. Belonged to the Asteraceae family, the flower is used for food purposes such as topping, cheese, etc. The eye-catching blue color of the flower possesses the ability to melt your heart within moments. Blooms under the full sun in well-drained soil, the flower can combat harsh weather patterns.

Number of Seeds Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.)
1OZ 5,500 250
1/4LB 22,000 1,000
1/2LB 44,000 2,000
1LB 88,000 4,000
5LB 440,000 20,000

Scientific Name: Centaurea Cyanus

Common Name: Dwarf Blue, Cornflower

Plant Type: Annual

Family: Asteraceae

Native Range: North America

Full Growth Height: 16-24 in

Width in Across: 4-20 in

Exposure: Full Sun

Blooming Season: Summer

Flower: Tall, Showy

Flower Color: Blue

Tolerate: Drought

Water Requirement: Dry, Moderate

Soil Type: Sand, Loam

Zones: 1-10

Uses: Deer Resistant, Cut Flowers, Dried Flowers

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