‘Choice Mix’ Bachelor’s Buttons Seeds, Centaurea cyanus

Description

Bachelor’s buttons are a popular annual that may prove perennial in zones 8-11. It is native to temperate zones in Europe but has become endangered due to extensive agriculture. It does grow beautifully in North America, however.

The stems of bachelor buttons are grayish-green and produce multiple branches. The blooms of Centaurea cyanus feature flowerheads with rings of tiny florets in shades of white, pink, lavender, and blue.

This variety of the aster family offers striking 1-1.5 inch double and semi-double flower heads on a tall stem in bright pinks, blues, whites, and purple. They’re prolific bloomers, adding color to your garden from late spring into early fall. They’re also a big favorite of butterflies, who find them conveniently tall and easy to land upon.

“Choice Mix” Bachelor’s Buttons offer a real cottage garden feel to your yard.

Just give them plenty of sunshine. They won’t need much fertilizer or additional watering once established.

Bachelor’s Buttons Benefits

• Tall but delicate flowering plant for cottage gardens
• Attractive to many bee species
• High sugar nectar makes it a vital food for butterflies
• Attracts predatory insects that protect brassicas
• Flowers are edible and used in tea and yogurt for color enhancement
• Excellent cut flower for arranging or drying

Tips for growing Centaurea cyanus

Bachelor Button Details

• Life span: Annual
• Color scheme: Blue, pink, lavender, and white
• Height: 30-38”
• Time to Germinate: 7-14 days.
• Time to maturity: 8-10 weeks

Terms of Sale

Sold by weight — you will receive 200mg of seed or more, approximately 45-50 seeds in a small envelope.

Sold by weight — you will receive a minimum of 200mg of seed, about 45-50 seeds, shipped free from Florida via regular USPS First Class Mail to U.S. mailing addresses only.