Cornflower White Ball Seed

Cornflower White is an elegant and refined variety of the beloved wildflower, producing pure white papery blooms that stand out beautifully in borders, wildflower meadows, and cottage gardens.

 

With its delicate, frilly petals and silvery-green foliage, this easy-to-grow annual provides a stunning contrast to more vibrant flowers while attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

 

Perfect for cut flower arrangements, this variety boasts a long flowering period and is ideal for adding charm to informal planting schemes. It thrives in poor soils and is well-suited for naturalising in garden beds.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 0.6 grams

 

Sow: March – May or August – September

Germination: 7 – 14 days

Soil: Light, well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH

Height: 60 – 90 cm

Flowering: June – September

Companion Plants: Papaver rhoeas (Common Poppy), Leucanthemum vulgare (Oxeye Daisy), Glebionis segetum (Corn Marigold)

Avoid Planting With: Dense, moisture-loving plants

Deadhead spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering.

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds directly outdoors from March to May for blooms in summer, or in August to September for earlier flowering the following year. Scatter seeds onto well-raked soil in a sunny location, lightly cover with soil, and water gently. Keep moist until germination occurs.

 

Thin seedlings to 15-30 cm apart once they develop, ensuring good air circulation. These low-maintenance plants self-seed easily, providing a naturalised display year after year with minimal effort.

 

Cornflower White (Centaurea cyanus) is an essential addition to wildlife-friendly gardens, offering classic beauty while supporting pollinators.

 

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