WILDFLOWERS Cornflower

An annual growing up to 60cm tall. Commonly called bluebottle, this pretty flower is more delicate than the cultivated cornflower, the petals are more airy and graceful. It will look wonderful in the annual border as well as attracting butterflies and bees into the garden. Can also be used in cut flower arrangements.

To Sow & Grow:
Sow outdoors where they are to flower, 0.5cm (1/4) deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Thin seedlings to 20cm (8) apart. Water well until plants are established. For continuous display, make sowings in curves rather than straight lines often create a more pleasing effect. Late summer and autumn sowings will flower the following year, often earlier than spring sowings.