Centaurea cyanus Cornflower, Tall Blue
Grooms in a dry and moderate environment, the flower is widely used in Salad, additive with dessert, and some popping on cottage cheese. Gorgeous blue color with a showy appearance, the flower can take the beauty of your garden to the next level. Blooms in summers, the flower can withstand harsh weather conditions like drought, etc. The flower is super easy to grow but requires a little bit of care to reach its highest potential.
| 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: Cornflower, Tall Blue
Plant Type: Annuals
Family: Centaurea-Cornflower
Native Range: United Kingdom
Full Growth Height: 1-3 ft
Wide: 6”-1’
Zone: 2-11
Exposure: Full Sun, LightShade
Blooming Season: Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Spring (Late)
Flower: Showy, Daisy Like Flower Heads
Attracts: Butterflies, Birds
Flower Color: Dark Blue
Tolerate: Drought, Deer
Water Requirement: Average
Soil Type: Sand, Loam, Well-drained
Gardening Uses: Coastal Garden, Rock Garden, Prairies and Meadows