Black Magic Bachelor Button

Botanical Interests Packet

(Heirloom) Vivid color; black or dark maroon mixes nicely with ‘Blue Boy' for an exciting combination. Bachelor's button (cornflower) has other desirable traits including drought tolerance and flowers that can be used as dried or cut flowers, and the edible petals make a stunning garnish. Bachelor's button will "naturalize"; it self-sows the next year for another crop of flowers.

Approximate Seeds per Pkt: 180

Botanical Name: Centaurea cyanus

Family: Asteraceae

Native: Europe and Asia

Hardiness: Annual

Plant Dimensions: 20"–24" tall, 12" wide

Variety Information: ½"–1" wide, very dark maroon flowers

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer

Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Beneficial Insects, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower

MFG Part Number: 1075