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garden cornflower
Scientific Name: Centaurea cyanus
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Cornflower: A Charming Addition to Your Garden
Cornflowers, with their vibrant blue hues, are a delightful addition to any garden. They are easy to grow and bring a touch of wild beauty to both cottage gardens and more structured landscapes.
Considerations for Pets
- Cornflowers have tall, wiry stems that some pets might be tempted to play with or chew on.
- They possess relatively small seeds that may pose a choking hazard if ingested in large quantities.
Considerations for Children
- Cornflowers have tall, wiry stems that children may be tempted to play with.
- They possess relatively small seeds that may pose a choking hazard if ingested in large quantities.
- The plant can grow to be 15-35 inches in height.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Centaurea cyanus
- Common Names: Cornflower, Bachelor's Button, Blue Bottle, Garden Cornflower
- Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Distribution and Habitat
- Cornflowers were once a common sight in arable fields.
- Centaurea montana is a relative often cultivated as a garden plant and can escape into the wild.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Cornflowers are slender annual plants.
- They typically grow to a height of 15-35 inches.
- They have branched, greyish-green stems.
- They have an upright posture, making them suitable for tight spaces.
Ecological Role
- Cornflower nectar is unusually sweet, attracting bees and other pollinators to the garden.
- Centaurea montana is noted as a frequent garden escape.