Cornflower Seeds – Shade Tolerant
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Estimated Delivery:Jan 03 - Jan 07
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Grow reliable, shade-tolerant Cornflowers from these premium-quality heirloom seeds. This adaptable variety produces classic, colorful blooms even in areas with partial shade—perfect for brightening borders, woodland edges, and cottage-style gardens. Easy to grow and low maintenance, these Cornflowers offer long-lasting seasonal color and attract pollinators throughout the blooming period.
Features:
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High-germination shade-tolerant Cornflower seeds
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Produces vibrant blooms even in partial shade
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Ideal for borders, woodland edges, and cottage gardens
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Thrives in cool-season planting with minimal care
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Beginner friendly and pollinator attracting
Specifications:
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Seed Type: Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus – shade-tolerant variety)
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Growth Habit: Upright annual flowering plant
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USDA Zones: 3–10 (grown as annual)
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Season for Sowing: Early spring or fall (February–April or September–October)
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Germination Time: 7–14 days
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Sunlight Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; tolerates poorer soils
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Watering Needs: Low to moderate
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Mature Height: 18–36 inches
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Bloom Time: Late spring through summer
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Maintenance: Low; remove spent flowers to extend blooming