Bachelor's Buttons Black
Bachelor's Buttons Black
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Bachelor's Buttons Black (Centaurea cyanus) is a dark, magical purple cornflower, an edible heirloom bloom perfect for cut flowers and salads. Long-stemmed and deer resistant, it adds a unique touch of color to beds, borders, and bouquets.
At a glance
- Botanical name: Centaurea cyanus
- Type: Heirloom, non-GMO annual
- Color: Dark purple, nearly black
- Stems: Long, good for cutting
- Bonus: Deer resistant and edible
- Sun: Full sun
Best for
- Cut-flower bouquets
- Edible salad garnishes
- Scrapbooking and crafts
- Cottage gardens
- Beds and borders
How to grow
Direct sow in early spring in full sun, since cornflowers tolerate cool weather and light frost. They thrive in average soil with little fuss. Cut blooms regularly to encourage more flowers all season.
Flavor profile
Mild and subtly sweet, the dark petals make a striking, edible garnish.
About MIgardener
MIgardener is a Michigan-based company known for affordable heirloom seeds that help home gardeners grow more from every packet.
- Packed and shipped by the maker, never a warehouse
- Mix any makers in one cart, one checkout, no account
- Perishables go out Monday to Wednesday in insulated packaging
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Product facts
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- St. Clair, Michigan
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