Centaurea cyanus Cornflower, Tall Red
The Category of Centaurea Cyanus, the good-looking red flower can be seen in well-known gardens all over the world. Used in the food industry like candies and sugar, the flower grows in a moderate environment under full sun. A center of attention for observers, the flower changes the game when butterflies make their way towards it. Native to Europe, the flower can make your life more peaceful than ever before.
| 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 Red
Plant Type: Annuals
Family: Centaurea-Cornflower
Native Range: United Kingdom
Full Growth Height: 36 inch
Wide: 6”-1’
Zone: 2-11
Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Blooming Season: Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Spring (Late)
Flower: Showy
Attracts: Butterflies, Birds
Flower Color: Deep Rosy Red
Tolerate: Drought, Deer
Water Requirement: Dry, Moderate
Soil Type: Sand, Loam, Well-drained
Gardening Uses: Cutting, Beds and Borders, Coastal Garden, Prairies and Meadows