Bachelor's Button

Lovely, nearly black flowers are perfect for the old-fashioned cottage garden. This rare heirloom was listed in Buist’s 1942 catalog. Colorful and unique.

• Annual
• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 7-14 Days
• Seed Depth: 1/4"
• Ideal Temperature: 60-75 F
• Plant Spacing: 6-10" 
• Frost Hardy: Yes
• Centaurea cyanus

Growing Tips: Sow in place in fall or winter (mild winter climates) or early spring where winters are severe. Space plants 8-12 inches. Removing spent blooms prolongs the blooming season. Self-sows freely.

Colorful blue, double flowers on tall 3' plants that bloom all season. Self-seeding annual, so you won't have to replant. Very easy to grow!

• Annual
• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 7-14 Days
• Seed Depth: 1/4"
• Ideal Temperature: 60-75 F
• Plant Spacing: 6-10" 
• Frost Hardy: Yes
• Centaurea cyanus

Growing Tips: Sow in place in fall or winter (mild winter climates) or early spring where winters are severe. Space plants 8-12 inches. Removing spent blooms prolongs the blooming season. Self-sows freely.

Hardy Annual. This balanced formula of assorted Bachelor Buttons is mostly two-toned color patterns. The spectrum runs from sky blue through royal blue, deep burgundy to reds, rose, pinks, and white. Lends wonderful color to beds, borders, and especially to old-style cottage garden designs. Makes a perfect cut flower too! Truly an artistic new spin to an old classic favorite.

• Annual
• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 7-14 Days
• Seed Depth: 1/4"
• Ideal Temperature: 60-75 F
• Plant Spacing: 6-10" 
• Frost Hardy: Yes
• Centaurea cyanus

Growing Tips: Sow in place in fall or winter (mild winter climates) or early spring where winters are severe. Space plants 8-12 inches. Removing spent blooms prolongs the blooming season. Self-sows freely.