Cornflower Seeds – Classic Magic

Cornflower Seeds – Classic Magic bring a blend of soft pastel and vivid tones to any garden, creating elegant, timeless blooms that are easy to grow and highly rewarding. Known in the US as Cornflower or Bachelor’s Button, this variety produces charming flowers ideal for borders, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. These seeds germinate reliably and thrive in a wide range of conditions, making them perfect for both new and experienced gardeners looking to add long-lasting color.

Classic Magic Cornflowers are drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and excellent for attracting beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Their strong stems and abundant blooms also make them popular choices for fresh-cut arrangements and dried floral crafts.

Features

• Produces mixed pastel and vibrant blooms with a timeless wildflower charm

• Easy to grow with dependable germination

• Suitable for borders, meadows, cutting gardens, and pollinator habitats

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance

• Ideal for fresh-cut flowers and long-lasting dried arrangements

Specifications

• Common Name (US): Cornflower / Bachelor’s Button

• Botanical Name: Centaurea cyanus

• Variety: Classic Magic

• Plant Type: Annual

• Growth Habit: Upright, branching

• Height: 24–36 inches

• Bloom Time: Late spring to early fall

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

Season & Zones

• Best Planting Season:

  • Spring: March–May

  • Fall (mild climates): September–November

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–9

• Bloom Months:

  • Spring Planting: May–September

  • Fall Planting: April–June

Germination & Planting

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Soil Temperature for Germination: 55–65°F

• Planting Depth: 1/4 inch

• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart