Agrostemma Seeds – Purple

Bring vibrant cottage-garden color to your landscape with Agrostemma Seeds – Purple Variety, a non-GMO heirloom selection admired for its tall, slender stems topped with silky, purple-hued blossoms. This variety adds graceful movement and striking color to borders, wildflower plantings, and cut-flower gardens.

Agrostemma thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, producing long-lasting blooms that complement both formal and naturalized garden designs. With its easy-growing habit and elegant appearance, this purple variety is ideal for gardeners seeking beauty, height, and texture in their outdoor spaces.

Features

• Produces silky, purple-toned flowers

• Heirloom, non-GMO Agrostemma variety

• Excellent for borders, wildflower beds, and cottage gardens

• Tall stems perfect for cut-flower arrangements

• Adds airy height and gentle movement to gardens

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

Specifications

• Common Name: Corncockle (Purple Variety)

• Scientific Name: Agrostemma githago

• Plant Type: Annual

• Sun Exposure: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil (pH 6.0–7.5)

• Germination Time: 10–20 days

• Days to Maturity: 70–90 days

• Plant Height: 24–36 inches

• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart

• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–9 (grown as annual everywhere)

• Planting Season:

  • Outdoor Sowing: Early spring or fall in mild climates

  • Indoor Sowing: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Blooming Season: Late spring to mid-summer (May–July)