Centaurea |
Centaurea cyanus
This useful plant goes by many common names: Cornflower, Bachelor's button, Basket flower, Bluebottle, Boutonniere flower and Hurtsickle. The petals are edible and when dried quickly, the flowers last well in dried bouquets.
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Centaurea cyanus
Annual (A)
Centaurea are also known as Bachelor's Buttons. These familiar, charming, brightly-coloured pompoms on fuzzy grey stems, are well loved by humans and hover flies. Blue Boy is at home in borders, with herbs, or in the kitchen garden, brightening our spirits. Direct seed, making multiple sowings April to June to extend bloom. May be planted in October on the Coast. Traditional vivid blue blossoms, tall growing for masses of cut flowers. Plant height 90cm (3ft).
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