{"product_id":"cornflower-true-blue-cornflower-centaurea-cyanus-non-gmo-organically-grown-flower","title":"Cornflower – True Blue Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) Non-GMO – Organically Grown – Flower","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCornflower – True Blue Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) Non-GMO – Organically Grown – Flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnnual\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrue Blue Cornflower, also known as Bachelor’s Button, is a classic cottage garden favorite prized for its vivid, electric-blue blooms and effortless charm. Growing to a height of 28–36 inches, these upright plants produce an abundance of fringed, button-like flowers that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Their striking blue colour stands out beautifully in garden beds, borders, and wildflower plantings, and they also make excellent cut or dried flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety is easy to grow and well-suited for beginner gardeners, offering reliable blooms throughout the growing season. Its airy structure adds movement and texture to the garden, while its drought tolerance makes it a resilient choice once established.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedicinal Properties\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCornflower has a long history of traditional herbal use. The petals are known for their mild anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. They have been used in herbal infusions to support eye health (as a gentle eyewash), reduce irritation, and calm minor skin conditions. Cornflower is also sometimes included in teas for its mild digestive-supporting qualities and as a gentle diuretic. Additionally, it is valued cosmetically for toning and soothing sensitive skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Growing Information from Seed:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow seeds directly outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in fall for earlier blooms the following season. Cornflower prefers well-drained soil and does well even in poor soil conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant seeds ¼ inch deep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace seeds or thin seedlings to 6–12 inches apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep soil lightly moist until germination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination typically occurs in 7–14 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, plants require minimal care. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage continuous blooming. Cornflowers are moderately drought-tolerant and do not require heavy fertilization. For cut flowers, harvest when blooms are just opening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStratification: No stratification required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed count: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bumbleseeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47647215026341,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/9870\/1221\/files\/F40588BB-4216-418F-8884-48B05D4D5CC7.png?v=1774325670","url":"https:\/\/bumbleseeds.com\/fr\/products\/cornflower-true-blue-cornflower-centaurea-cyanus-non-gmo-organically-grown-flower","provider":"Bumbleseeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}