Blarney Castle Agrostemma (Corncockle)

Flower

Regular price $4.95 Sale

Blarney Castle Agrostemma (Corncockle) (Agrostemma githago) - A hardy annual native wildflower of Europe that used to be a common sight until commercial agriculture eventually eroded its presence. Our seed source comes from Cork, Ireland collected in 2023 from the famous poison gardens at Blarney Castle which was built in 1446 by the MacCarthy family. This species of corncockle exhibits tall, satin-textured five petaled purple flowers on airy stems.

40 seeds per packet

Caution: All parts of the Agrostemma plant, especially its black, pebbled seeds, are highly poisonous if ingested. They should be handled with care around pets and children.

Growing Information: Direct seeding is recommended, sow directly into prepared garden beds at 1/8” depth as soon as the soil can be worked in early spring. Sow indoors 4-5 weeks before last frost, dislikes root disturbance. Harden off plants and set out after last frost.

Days to Germination: 7 - 21

Plant Spacing: 12" (30cm)

Plant Height: 16" - 20" (40cm - 50cm)

Features:

Hardiness Zones: Hardy Annual

Bloom Time: Summer

Light Requirements: Full Sun

Attracts Bees

Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets

Caution: All parts of this plant are poisonous, including the seeds. Extreme caution is advised around children and pets. Purchaser assumes any liability associated with this product.

Back to 2027 New Varieties