Centaurea cyanus 'Red Boy'
(Cornflower, Bachelor's Buttons)
300 seeds $3.25
HomeCentaurea cyanus 'Red Boy' has double, rosy red flowers on tall stems. It's perfect for brightening up the garden. It also makes a wonderful cut flower.
Centaurea cyanus blooms for a long time in summer, especially if deadheaded. Good for attracting bees and butterflies. Deer resistant. Self-sowing and easy to grow in average conditions.
height 30" spacing 9"
Sowing Centaurea cyanus 'Red Boy' Seeds
Sow centaurea seeds outdoors in early spring, 1/4" deep. Or start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date. Full sun to part shade.
