Corn Flower seeds

The Cornflower, also known as bachelor’s button, is a charming wildflower celebrated for its vivid blue blooms that resemble a miniature thistle. Native to Europe but now cultivated worldwide, its petals form a perfect, spiky sphere around a central disc. Often found in meadows and gardens, it also comes in shades of pink, white, and purple. Known for its resilience and ability to thrive in poor soils, Cornflowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding a nostalgic, cottage garden charm to any landscape.

PRODUCT information

• Sow when the night temp is 20-25°C
• Plant Height: 20 cm
• Flower Size: 4-5 cm across
• Sowing distance: 35 cm Plant to Plant
• Best for: Bed sowing/Pots
• Sowing method: Seedling

Corn Flower Care Tips

Soil: Acroclinium thrives in fertile and well-drained soil.

Water: Paper daisy has a low water requirement. You need to keep the soil moist and don’t let the soil dry out completely. Hence weekly watering is sufficient for it.

Sunlight: Acroclinium needs at least 6-8 hours of full sun.

Temperature: The temperature between 15-25°C is best for growing acroclinium.

Common pests and diseases: Slugs, snails, and aphids are some pests that attack the Acroclinium plant. You can use neem oil to control pests. Whereas powdery mildew disease infects the plant due to the continuous wetting of leaves. You can control this disease by removing the infected part of the plant.