{"title":"Cornflower Seeds","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=DTIVONO]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"DTIVONO\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"polka-dot-mix-dwarf-centaurea-seeds-02913-pk-p1","title":"'Polka Dot Mix' Dwarf Cornflower Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 45 to 50\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003e'Polka Dot Mix' are cool weather annuals offering late spring through summer interest. Often grown in cutting gardens, the plants bloom abundantly, have a long bloom period, and produce charming daisylike double flowers in a mix of blue, purple, pink, red, and white. Borne singly on tall, willowy stems, the long-lasting, nectar-rich flowers attract honeybees and butterflies and add lovely bits of color to floral arrangements, cut or dried. The flowers are edible and can be used as garnish. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eThe plants in 'Polka Dot Mix', also known as bachelor's buttons and cornflowers, have a compact, upright, clumping habit of lance-shaped, gray-green leaves. Easy to establish from seed, low maintenance, and very adaptable, the plants prefer full sun and average, medium moisture, well-drained soils but will grow in poor soil and tolerate low water conditions. Plants reseed and naturalize easily. They are disease and deer resistant and drought tolerant. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003e'Polka Dot Mix' Dwarf Cornflower Seeds also known as Centaurea can also be started indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost date in spring and transplanted to the garden after the threat of frost has passed. In warm climates, seed can be planted in fall. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eIf you plan to start your seeds indoors, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/bio-domes\"\u003eBio Dome Seed Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. With the Bio Dome, you can control the temperature, light, and soil mix to ensure your seeds become strong for transplant. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354512298043,"sku":"02913-PK-P1","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_02913-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891717"},{"product_id":"products-the-bride-centaurea-seeds-54020-pk-p1","title":"The Bride Cornflower Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNational Garden Bureau Green Thumb Award 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Bride Cornflower is a flowering annual that grows to a mature height of 36 to 40 inches tall and blooms from midsummer through fall. Borne singly on tall, strong, unbranched stems, the extra-large, fringy flowers are pure white and wonderfully sweet-scented, smelling of vanilla and white chocolate. Pollinator friendly, the nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/blog\/gardening-tips-blogs\/hummingbird-garden\/b\/hummingbird-garden\/\"\u003ehummingbirds\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/\/\"\u003ebeneficial insects\u003c\/a\u003e to the garden. Attractive, long-lasting \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/blog\/flowers-blogs\/cutting-flowers\/b\/cutting-flowers\/\"\u003ecut flowers\u003c\/a\u003e for summer bouquets, and they can be \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blogs\/park-seed-blogs\/park-seed-blogs\/park-seed-blog\/plant-craft-how-to-use-the-plants-in-your-garden\"\u003edyed to a desired color or dried for potpourri\u003c\/a\u003e or everlasting arrangements. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003ci\u003eCentaurea moschata Imperialis\u003c\/i\u003e (syn \u003ci\u003eAmberboa moschata\u003c\/i\u003e), commonly called cornflower or sweet sultan, The Bride has a bushy, upright habit and looks its best when grouped or massed in garden beds, borders, and containers. In optimal conditions, it may self-seed and return each year. Cornflower is a great option for a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blogs\/park-seed-blogs\/park-seed-blog\/growing-wildflowers-to-support-pollinators\"\u003ewildflower garden\u003c\/a\u003e, cut flower garden, or butterfly garden. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn easy-grow, easy-care plant, cornflower grows best in a sunny spot with moderately moist, freely draining soil having a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/rapitest-soil-ph-meter\/p\/26109\/\"\u003eslightly alkaline pH\u003c\/a\u003e, just above 7.0. However, it thrives in almost any garden soil, and in hot summer climates, a little afternoon shade may be preferable. The plant has low fertilizer needs but benefits from a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/products\/espoma-organic-flower-tone-blossom-booster-35736\"\u003eyearly feeding\u003c\/a\u003e in spring. Removing faded flowers encourages new blooms and controls unwanted self-seeding. Cornflower is drought tolerant and requires only infrequent watering. Stems may flop with too much moisture. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnsure a successful cornflower growing season by avoiding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/blog\/gardening-tips-blogs\/common-gardening-mistakes\/b\/common-gardening-mistakes\/\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecommon gardening mistakes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and using the best tools available. Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/blog\/supplies-blogs\/apps-help-grow-answer-questions\/b\/apps-help-grow-answer-questions\/\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eapps to help you grow and answer gardening questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for a flourishing garden. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354613715003,"sku":"54020-PK-P1","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_54020-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891902"},{"product_id":"classic-romantic-mix-centaurea-seeds-52287-pk-p1","title":"'Classic Romantic' Mix Cornflower Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 56 to 84\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFleuroselect Novelty Award 2011\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003e'Classic Romantic' Cornflower Mix (Centaurea) are cool weather annuals offering late spring through summer interest. Often grown in cutting gardens, the plants bloom abundantly, have a long bloom period, and produce charming daisy-like double flowers in a well-balanced mix of pink, white, and rosy-red shades. Some are red with white tips, some have light petals and a dark center, and still others are varying combinations of pink and red. Borne singly on tall, willowy stems, the long-lasting, nectar-rich flowers attract honeybees and butterflies and add lovely bits of color to floral arrangements, cut or dried. The flowers are edible and can be used as garnish. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eThese hardy plants, also known as cornflowers or bachelor's buttons, have an upright, clumping habit of lance-shaped, gray-green leaves. Easy to establish from seed, low maintenance, and very adaptable, the plants prefer full sun and average, medium moisture, well-drained soils but will grow in poor soil and tolerate low water conditions. Plants reseed and naturalize easily. It is disease and deer resistant and drought tolerant. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003ePlants can also be started indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last the last frost date in spring and transplanted to the garden after the threat of frost has passed. In warm climates, seed can be sown for fall. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eIf you plan to start your seeds indoors, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/bio-domes\"\u003eBio Dome Seed Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. With the Bio Dome, you can control the temperature, light, and soil mix to ensure your seeds become strong for transplant. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354652446779,"sku":"52287-PK-P1","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_52287-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891805"},{"product_id":"graciosa-cornflower-seeds","title":"Graciosa Cornflower Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGraciosa Cornflower is a refined and elegant annual variety, prized for its finely fringed lavender blooms and its sweet vanilla and white chocolate fragrance.  Also known as Sweet Sultan, Graciosa brings a delicate, vintage charm to flower beds, borders, and cutting gardens. The lacy, thistle-like flowers are held atop slender, upright stems reaching 30 to 39 inches tall, making them ideal for fresh arrangements and bouquet work. This variety is a pollinator magnet, attracting bees and butterflies throughout its long blooming season. Graciosa Cornflower is easy to grow, fast to flower, and thrives in a wide range of garden conditions with minimal care—making it a top choice for gardeners seeking soft color, texture, and fragrance in one package. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Graciosa Cornflower in cottage gardens, meadow plantings, and floral borders, or mass it for a soft, romantic effect. Try pairing it with The Bride Cornflower for stunning arrangements that are long-lasting in vases and dry well for preserved floral crafts. It's also suitable for pollinator-friendly gardens, as it supports a wide range of beneficial insects. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Direct sow seeds in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked or start indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost date. Plant in full sun and average, well-drained soil. Graciosa Cornflower is cold tolerant, drought resistant once established, and generally free from pests and diseases. With minimal maintenance, it provides continuous blooms from late spring into early summer. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42601302458427,"sku":"54245-PK-P1","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/54245-PK-P1.jpg?v=1764084692"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/centaurea.oembed","provider":"Park Seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}