Cornflower 'Red Boy'

Cornflower 'Red Boy' has rosy-red flowers on tall stems. It is perfect for brightening up the garden. It also makes a wonderful cut flower.

Centaurea cyanus blooms for a long time in summer, especially if deadheaded. It is good for attracting bees and butterflies. This self-sowing annual is easy to grow in average conditions. Deer resistant.

height 30" spacing 8"

Sowing Red Boy Cornflower Seeds

Sow cornflower seeds outdoors in spring, 1/8" deep. Can be sown in late September in zones 7-10. Full sun.