100+ Mixed Double Bachelor Button Flower Seeds- Centaurea Cyanus Beauty---B051

100+ Seeds- Mixed Double Bachelor Button Flower Seeds- Centaurea Cyanus Beauty-B051

Also known as cornflowers, these jolly plants provide a splash of color throughout warm summer months. Long silvery stems are perfect for cut flower arrangements and look great behind borders. For a spectacular effect, plant in combination with red poppies and snapdragons, or mix with day lilies in a border. Self-seeding hardy annual, grows 2-3 feet tall and is perfect for mass plantings. Drought-tolerant and attractive to bees and other pollinators. Performs well in most zones.

Fun Fact: Discovered in the tomb of King Tutankhamen who died in 1340 B.C. The 1-1/2 inch blossoms were woven into a beautiful wreath and given to the King to aid in the afterlife.

How to Plant Bachelor buttons:  Sow outdoors just before the last frost or shortly after. Plant seeds just beneath the surface of the soil. Seeds will germinate in 7-14 days. Add a general purpose organic fertilizer once a month and remove the old flowers to prolong the blooming season. If treated right, they’ll self sow — be sure to mulch starting in the fall to offer organic matter and protection to the new seedlings. Annual that’s easy to plant and care for Sow seeds outdoors just before or after the last frost Provide full sun, healthy soil and an average amount of water Tall plants that benefit from support Blooms mid-summer when planted around last frost Long-lasting blooms for flower arrangements

Sunlight: Full sun

Maturity: 80-95 days from seed to flower

Height: 12 to 36 inches

Spacing: Plant 6 to 12 inches apart in all directions

Germination Time: 7-14 Days

Planting Depth: 3-6 mm Site Preparation Bachelor buttons are not particularly fussy and will tolerate most growing conditions providing they receive plenty of sun. They will do well in average, well-drained soils and do not require large amounts of water. Tall plants tend to sprawl without some support and are easily flattened by wind. Give support by allowing them to grow through a peony ring or select a site in a sheltered location