Cornflower, Annual ‘Blue Boy’

Centaurea cyanus 'Blue Boy'

Sale price$3.75

These spring and summer bloomers have large, double flowers in a beautiful blue on 80cm tall stems. The classic cornflower colur. These annuals grow well in full sun and good, limy, well-drained soil in a sheltered position. Cut back spent flowers to promote regrowth. Flower petals are edible, adding colour to salads. Plant en masse for a striking display or amongst your vegies for a bit of colour. Makes a great cut or dried flower. Self seeds. 150 seeds.

Size: 1 pkt
Sowing Instructions

Sow directly to garden. Cover seeds thinly and keep moist. Germinates in 2-3 weeks.

Germination Type

Fast germinating seeds

Sowing Method

Direct

Height

0.8m

Spacing/Spread

0.2m

Sowing Periods

  J F M A M J J A S O N D
Cool
Temperate
Sub-Tropical/Tropical