Bachelor's Button Pink

Bachelor's Button Pink (Centaurea cyanus) is a soft pink cornflower, an easy heirloom cut flower loved for bouquets and edible garnishes. Chefs prize its mild taste for decorating cakes and cupcakes, and the long-stemmed, deer-resistant plants look beautiful in beds and borders.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Centaurea cyanus
• Type: Heirloom, non-GMO annual
• Color: Soft pink
• Stems: Long, good for cutting
• Bonus: Deer resistant and edible blooms
• Sun: Full sun

Best for

• Cut-flower bouquets
• Edible garnishes on cakes and dishes
• Cottage gardens
• Pollinator plantings
• Beds and borders

How to grow

Direct sow in early spring in full sun, since cornflowers tolerate cool weather and even light frost. They thrive in average soil with little fuss. Cut blooms regularly to encourage more flowers throughout the season.

Flavor profile

Mild and subtly sweet, the petals make a versatile, colorful garnish that chefs add to many dishes.

About MIgardener

MIgardener is a Michigan-based company known for affordable heirloom seeds that help home gardeners grow more from every packet.