Cornflower Dwarf Double Polka Dot Mix 50 Seeds pack

CORN FLOWER DESCRIPTION

Cornflower Polka Dot is a beautiful dwarf variety that grows up to 15 inches tall and comes mostly in blue but white, pink, red, and purple are also available. You can easily grow cornflowers in your home gardens or terrace gardens.

• Description

Cornflowers  Polka Dot is good at attracting pollinators through their sweet nectar. Cornflower is best grown in containers/grow bags, terrace gardens, or balconies. Buy the best Quality Cornflower Dwarf Double Polka Dot Mix Seeds Online at the best price from www.storeflix.in with a high germination rate and add colors to your garden.

Product Detail

• Seed quantity: 50 Seeds
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
• Best Growing Season: Spring, Fall, and Winter
• Sowing method: Direct or Seedling transplant
• Germination temperature: 18-21°C
• Germination time: 7-10 days
• Flowering season: Spring, Summer, Autumn

What size grow bag is best for Cornflower?

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• 9 x 9  inch (W*H)
• 12 x 12 Inch (W*H)
• 15 x 15 Inch (W*H)

When To Plant Cornflower

Sow cornflower seeds in spring (February to March) for summer flowering; Additionally, if you live in northern India, sow the seeds in the fall (October-November). In southern India, winter (December-January) is the best time to plant cornflowers.

How To Grow Cornflower In Pots 

You can sow the cornflower seeds directly in pots or by seedling transplant, but the direct method is recommended. Cornflower seeds germinate best at a temperature between 18-21°C. It is a dwarf variety so you can plant them in a 9-15 inches wide and deep pot or grow bag.

Cornflower Dwarf Seeds Sowing Method 

Take a pot or grow bag and fill it with potting soil mix. Spread cornflower seeds on the soil and cover the seeds with ½ inch of soil mix. Keep the soil moist until germinating, it takes about 7-10 days to germinate.

Fertilizer Requirements For Cornflowers

• If you planted cornflowers in rich soil, they will not need fertilizer.
• But cornflowers planted in poor soil need to be fertilized monthly with a diluted liquid fertilizer such as cow manure, vermicompost, or neem cake.

Cornflower Plants Care Tips 

Soil – Use rich, fertile, and well-draining soil to plant cornflowers.

Water – Give 1 inch of water per week to the cornflower plants but do not allow the soil to dry out for long periods.

Sunlight – Cornflower grows best in 6-8 hours of sunlight. However, it can grow well in partial shade on summer days.

Temperature – Cornflower plants can tolerate light freeze and high temperatures. The best-growing temperature is between 15-26°C, but cornflowers may require a temperature of 29-35°C during flowering.

Common pests and diseases – Some pests such as aphids, and mealybugs inhibit cornflower plant growth, and diseases such as powdery mildew and spot infect the plant, especially during wet and humid conditions.

Cornflower Bloom Time

• Usually cornflower blooms in spring, summer, and fall. They bloom for about 10 weeks.
• Regular deadhead the spent flowers to encourage more blooms and extend the bloom periods.

Dwarf Cornflower Special Features 

• Common Name – Cornflower, bachelor’s button
• Scientific Name – Centaurea cyanus
• Height – Upto 15 inches
• Level of Growing – Easy

FAQ

Can you eat cornflower flowers?

Cornflower plants produce edible flowers that have a mildly spicy flavor similar to cloves with a slight sweetness.

Do cornflowers come back year after year?

Cornflower is an annual flowering plant that can reseed itself and come back next spring year.

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