Cornflower

Grow cornflowers in well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5 and low to moderate fertility. Avoid heavy feeding, which encourages floppy growth, and remove faded flowers to extend blooming and limit self-sowing.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Light; drought tolerant

Spacing

8 in

First harvest

65-75

Tips

• Sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep and thin seedlings to 8 inches apart.
• Water seedlings regularly, then water established plants during prolonged dry weather.
• Skip fertilizer in average garden soil and add only a little compost to very poor soil.
• Inspect young shoots for aphids and rinse off small colonies with a firm spray of water.
• Cut flowers frequently and remove spent heads before seeds mature to limit volunteers.