Annuals – Corn Flower

Botanical name: centaurea cyanus

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 3 ft in height and 1 ft in width

Bloom time: late spring through fall

Hardy zone: zones 4-8

Flower color: blue, purple, white, red, pink

Foliage color: green

Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in first growing season

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed

Propagation methods: propagate by sowing

Landscape use: mass planted flower beds, borders, container plant

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day

Special features: attracts pollinators

Watering instructions: allow the first 2 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release all purpose flower food fertilizer once a year in the early spring

Best time to plant: spring, early summer

Best type of soil: loam

Companion plants: red poppies

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets

Invasive species: invasive