Product specifications and features

Product Description

Cornflower Blue (Centaurea cyanus) Seeds

Jamieson Brothers Cornflower Blue (Centaurea cyanus) - 1g Seeds A classic cottage garden favourite producing striking blue blooms on upright stems. Excellent for pollinators and cut flower arrangements. Easy to grow and ideal for naturalistic or wildflower-style planting. CORNFLOWER Centaurea cyanus A hardy annual suited to borders and meadow planting. SOWING: March-May Sow seeds 1cm deep in well-drained soil when temperatures reach 8-18°C. Space plants 5-7cm apart in a sunny position. Thin seedlings once established to allow airflow. CHARACTERISTICS Height: 60-90cm Exposure: Full sun Soil temperature: 8-18°C Seed depth: 1cm Seed spacing: 5-7cm Germination: 5-10 days Bloom: June-August Garden Uses: Borders, wildflower areas and cut flower gardens.

Specs & Details

Established spread
20-30cm
Flower colour
Blue
Life cycle
Annual
Habit
Upright

Features

  • Perfect for Pots

  • Thrives Full Sun

Plant Calendar

 

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Plant

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
From March To April

Harvest

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
From April To May

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

When can I grow Cornflowers in the UK?

Grow Cornflowers in spring or autumn, in a sunny border with well-drained soil. Autumn-grown plants can flower earlier the following year in mild areas.

Where is the best place to grow Cornflowers?

Cornflowers need full sun and soil that drains freely. They are well suited to cottage gardens, wildlife borders and cut-flower patches.

Why have my Cornflowers flopped over?

Cornflowers can become tall and loose in rich soil or shade. Grow them in full sun, avoid overfeeding and support taller plants if needed.

Should I deadhead Cornflowers?

Yes. Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage more buds and extend the flowering season.

Do Cornflowers come back every year?

Cornflowers are usually grown for one season, but they may self-seed in suitable conditions. Leave a few flowers to form seed if you want new plants next year.

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