LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Showy
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
Winter to Spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Winter
FRUIT SIZE
Not Applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
60–90 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Zones 2–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
20–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
0.5 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Cool to mild climate, well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Double Blue Cornflower be grown for fresh cut flower bouquets?
Can Double Blue Cornflower be grown for fresh cut flower bouquets?
Yes. Its long, sturdy stems and fully double blooms make it an excellent choice for fresh floral arrangements.
Do the double flowers attract bees and butterflies?
Do the double flowers attract bees and butterflies?
Yes. The blooms provide nectar and pollen that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects.
Can Double Blue Cornflower be planted in wildflower-style gardens?
Can Double Blue Cornflower be planted in wildflower-style gardens?
Yes. It blends naturally with other flowering annuals in meadow plantings, cottage gardens, and informal borders.
Will removing faded blooms encourage continued flowering?
Will removing faded blooms encourage continued flowering?
Yes. Regular deadheading helps extend the blooming season and keeps the plants looking tidy.
Can Double Blue Cornflower self-seed under suitable conditions?
Can Double Blue Cornflower self-seed under suitable conditions?
Yes. If some flower heads are left to mature, the plants may self-seed naturally and return in future seasons.
How is Double Blue Cornflower different from single-flowered cornflowers?
How is Double Blue Cornflower different from single-flowered cornflowers?
Double Blue Cornflower produces fuller, multi-petaled blooms with a more decorative appearance, while single-flowered cornflowers have a simpler, open flower form.