Red Boy Bachelor's Button (Centaurea cyanus) - This is an old time classic annual flower. Not to be confused with its cousin, the Purple Mountain Cornflower (Centaurea montana), which is a perennial. Also known as 'Cornflower', these striking flowers have lined home gardens for centuries. Bachelor Button flowers are low maintenance and grow well in a full sun. 'Red Boy' is a selection from the distinguished gardens of the late Mr. H. Gauthier of Halifax who had grown these beauties for many years. Expect deep red-wine/rose blooms from early summer to late fall.
30 seeds per packet
Growing Information: Direct seed 2-3 weeks before last frost and lightly cover. Can also start indoors 6 weeks before the last frost date. Broadcast seed on top of soil and lightly cover, add dome or plastic film. Root ball develops best at cooler night time temperatures. Seeds can be sown outdoors in the late fall to enhance spring germination.
Days to Germination: 7 - 14
Plant Spacing: 6" - 10" (15cm - 25cm)
Plant Height: 30" - 38" (75cm - 95cm)
Features:
Hardiness Zones: Annual
Bloom Time: Early Summer to Late Fall
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Attracts Bees
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
