Cornflower Seeds – Blue

Bring vibrant color and classic charm to your garden with Blue Cornflower Seeds, a beloved heirloom variety known for its clear blue petals and reliable performance. These high-quality, non-GMO seeds produce upright plants with abundant blooms, ideal for borders, cut-flower gardens, pollinator gardens, and naturalized areas. Easy to grow and adaptable, cornflowers thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, making them a favorite for both new and experienced gardeners.

Features

• Heirloom, non-GMO seeds selected for strong, uniform growth

• Produces striking blue flowers ideal for cut arrangements

• Attracts pollinators such as butterflies and bees

• Suitable for garden beds, borders, meadows, and containers

• Drought-tolerant and easy to establish in full sun

• Performs well in a variety of soil types

Specifications

• Plant Type: Annual flowering plant

• Common Name in the US: Cornflower (Blue Cornflower)

• Bloom Color: Blue

• Height: 12–36 inches

• Spread: 10–12 inches

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Planting Season:

  • Spring Planting: March–May (Zones 3–9)

  • Fall Planting: September–October for early spring blooms (Zones 7–10)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Best grown as an annual in Zones 3–10

• Blooming Period: Late spring to early summer; extended blooming with deadheading

• Planting Depth: 1/8 inch

• Spacing: 6–12 inches apart