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