EDIBLE FLOWER Cornflower Mix 4″sq
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Fragrant mixture of well-doubled flowers on long, strong stems makes this selection fine for cutting, dried arrangements and border displays from midsummer to frost. Flowers are edible and are often used in salads, crystallized or candied on specialized cookies and food decoration on spectacular cakes and cheese plates.
Plant Height: 30–38″
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Cornflower Growing Tips
Cornflower, Centaurea cyanus, also known as bachelor button, is a great flower to use as a cutting or bedding plant. The flowers are edible and have a mild, sweet floral flavor. They can be used as a fun and colorful addition for decorating desserts or garnishing a salad. The flowers are also attractive to beneficial insects. Annual.
General Care
- Cornflower grows best in well-drained soil.
- Prefers average soil moisture but will tolerate drier conditions.
- Plants should be spaced 6 to 9” apart in full sun (6+ hours) or part sun (4 to 6 hours).
Harvesting
- Make sure to introduce flowers into your diet slowly and only use small amounts at one time.
- Flowers should be harvested when fully open.
- Remove the petals and rinse (discard the flower base). Can be used fresh or dried.
- Also makes a great cut flower!
