HOW TO GERMINATE BLUE CORNFLOWER SEEDS

CARE FOR BLUE CORNFLOWER PLANTS AFTER GERMINATION

Blue cornflowers prefer full sun, so be sure to plant them in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Water the plants regularly, especially during hot and dry weather. However, make sure not to overwater them as this can lead to root rot. Cornflowers do not require much fertilization, but a light application of a balanced fertilizer can be applied in early spring to encourage healthy growth. To encourage more blooms, deadhead the flowers as they fade. This will also help prevent the plant from self-seeding and taking over the garden. They are relatively pest and disease-resistant, but they can be susceptible to powdery mildew in humid weather. 

USES AND HEALTH BENEFITS OF BLUE CORNFLOWER

Blue Cornflower has been traditionally used to treat a range of health conditions, including inflammation, respiratory problems, digestive disorders, and eye infections. Blue Cornflower contains anti-inflammatory compounds that can help reduce inflammation in the body. It is often used topically to relieve skin irritations and rashes. Blue Cornflower has been used as an eyewash to treat conjunctivitis.

Note: Information provided for guidance only, as cultural practices and climatic circumstances vary.

Specifications:

•  Common Name: Cornflower
• Scientific Name: Centaurea cyanus
• Season: Summer
• Feature: Blue or purple flowers, gray-green leaves
• Use: Ornamental, medicinal, culinary
• More: Annual plant, attracts pollinators
• Kingdom: Plantae
• Clade: Angiosperms
• Order: Asterales
• Family: Asteraceae
• Subfamily: Cichorioideae
• Genus: Centaurea