Black Ball Cornflower

Centaurea cyanus. Stunning deep plum coloured blooms, these cornflowers are wonderfully adaptable to a variety of soils. They are heat and drought tolerant and  suitable for beds, borders, as well as meadows. Will attract a host of pollinators and make excellent cut and dried flowers. The flowers are also edible  and can be used in salads or sprinkled on desserts.

Annual. 

Average seeds per gram: 230.