All Rights Reserved. transplant germinated seeds in early spring, North Carolina State Extension: Centaurea-cyanus, Harvesting History: Bachelor’s Button – A Little History and Some Growing Instructions, Fine Gardening: The Plant Guide: Bachelor’s Buttons, Gardener's Path: Splash Your Garden in Blue With Bachelors Button (Cornflower). Brought to America from Europe in the 17th century, Blue Boy was bred from the native European flower that still brightens our gardens today. Self-seeding, bachelor’s buttons reappear annually. By the lovely lady who lived next door. The fall/winter growth period stretches from 200 to 260 days. Very easy to grow. Rating: 93%. Blue Boy Bachelor's Button FL160 . Jul 23, 2019 - Explore Frances Talkington's board "Bachelor Buttons", followed by 197 people on Pinterest. The bachelor button blue boy (Centaurea cyanus 'Blue Boy') is not only easy to grow but requires little maintenance. See more ideas about bachelor buttons, planting flowers, blue flowers. Blue Boy Bachelor's Button Seeds. Attractive flowers, now in shades of red, white and pink are available in addition to the traditional blue color of bachelor button flowers. Description. The easy-to-grow frilly flowers sit atop multi-branching stems. Flowers can be used dried or fresh cut, while the edible petals make a colorful garnish to salads, crudités platters, or dinner plates. 12 Reviews. The vibrant color adds pizzazz to your outlook, and container growing allows you to control its expanding growth. Item #01103 (Centaurea cyanus) An old favorite for cut or dried deep-blue flowers. Gardener’s Path reports that bachelor’s buttons are currently on the list of invasive and noxious plants; they're banned in North Carolina, among other states. Also known as cornflower, bachelor’s button will “naturalize”, or self-sow, for another crop of blue flowers next year. Type: Hardy Annual Heirloom Wildflower Bloom: Spring to Summer Flower: Double Sky Blue Height: 3-4′ tall x 10″ wide Light: Full sun Soil: Fertile P.H. The plant is drought tolerant, and it can even survive a light frost. Flowers can be used dried or fresh cut, while the edible petals make a stunning garnish. The color ran down the canvas. It is drought- and heat-tolerant, and it grows in U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 2 through 11. Blue Boy is a very fine, old, tall variety, a double flowered cultivar of the wildflower form, with lance shaped, long and graceful leaves. Blue Boy Cornflower Seeds In their traditional bright blue, Bachelor Button Blue Boy are a fun and easy addition to any wildflower meadow! $1.89 Maximum quantity available reached. Rating: 93 % of 100. GARDEN HINTS: For earlier bloom, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before outdoor planting time. Flowers Centaurea (Bachelor's Button) Florist Blue Boy Centaurea Seed. Bachelor’s Buttons are available summer through early fall. Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. Store calls: 800-486-2647. Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email Classic cornflowers. tall and are especially suited for backs of borders. Flowers can be used dried or fresh cut, while the edible petals make a colorful garnish to salads, crudités platters, or dinner plates. Ah, these were wonderful, after surviving rabbits that loved to chew the succulent new buds off, they bloomed all summer. : 6.5-7.6 Moisture: Moderate Zone: 5-10 Use: Borders, cut flowers, wildflower Tolerances: Drought tolerant. The bees love them, so I plant them all over my veggie garden and pretty much just let them grow where they want. 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date, or in late summer/fall for blooms the following season. State university extension services provide guidance and information. Pkt (0.5 g, 106 seeds) Bachelor's Buttons. Add to cart. Prefers cool temperatures. Currently on the USDA’s list of Introduced, Invasive, and Noxious Plants, C. cyanusis prohibited in North Carolina. Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in the early spring when the soil is still cool and light frost is possible. Harvesting: For longest vase life harvest in the morning and choose buds that are about half open. Bachelor's Button: Blue Boy Centaurea cyanus 100 seeds Maturity: 70 days from transplant. Dazzling sky blue flowers, Bachelor’s Button Blue Boy is also drought tolerant. Sow: Seed in full sun or partial shade after all danger of frost has past. Mild Climates: Sow in fall for winter bloom. Flowers can be used as dried or cut flowers. Polka Dot Mix Bachelor Buttons Seeds, growing bachelor buttons: tips about the care of bachelor button plants and How To Grow Bachelor's Button Seeds: Saving Bachelor's Button Seeds For Planting If your container is outdoors, watch for butterflies and avoid dead-heading. Product Description. Flowers can be used dried or fresh cut, while the edible petals make a colorful garnish to salads, crudités platters, or dinner plates. Centaurea cyanus ‘Blue Boy’ Bachelors Button. Investigate the flower you’re serving to see if it’s safe for consumption. © Copyright 2021 Botanical Interests. When they started looking ratty, she'd just mow them down. Bachelor's Button » Bachelor's Buttons 'Florist Blue Boy' Beginning Nov 1, we will stop taking orders, including gift certificates , until our new catalog and inventory goes online around the New Year. Not all gardeners or open fields welcome this vibrant and prolific flower. Blue Boy. They thrive in temperatures ranging from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit with soil temperatures at least 55F. The flower emigrated to the United States in the 1600s. Light: Full Sun. The blooms attract butterflies and beneficial insects. This blue annual flower is sometimes called cornflower. Also known as cornflower, or garden cornflower, its delicate blossoms have been charming country folks for generations. Bachelor’s Button Sowing Instructions Planting Depth:1/2” Seed Spacing:2”-3” Plant Spacing:6”-12” Days to Germination:7-14 days Germination Temperature:60°-70°F Centaurea cyanus. Very easy to grow. How to Grow: Annual. A colorful addition to any dried-flower arrangement. Also known as cornflower, bachelor's button will "naturalize", or self-sow, for another crop of blue flowers next year. Attractive greyish-green foliage and strong wiry stems add a focus on the 3.5 cm (1 1/2") … Centaurea cyanus, commonly known as cornflower or bachelor's button, is an annual flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, native to Europe. Brilliant blue flowers bloom spring through summer. Bachelor Button Blue Boy. Fine for cutting and border display. When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. They also re-seed easily, so be careful where you put them. 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