Bachelor Buttons Seeds – Mixed Colors Heirloom Variety
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Bachelor Buttons Seeds – Mixed Colors Heirloom Variety
Bring a burst of timeless charm to your garden with our Bachelor Buttons Seeds – Mixed Colors Heirloom Variety. Known for their vibrant, daisy-like blooms, these classic wildflowers come in a delightful mix of shades—blue, pink, purple, and white—that brighten up borders, beds, and containers with ease.
This heirloom variety is loved for its easy-to-grow nature, making it perfect for both beginner and seasoned gardeners. Their long-lasting blooms also make excellent cut flowers, adding a rustic touch to bouquets and arrangements. Highly adaptable, they thrive in poor soils, tolerate drought, and attract butterflies and pollinators to your garden.
Features:
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Life Cycle: Annual
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Planting Season: Spring to early summer
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Growth Habit: Upright, bushy, 12–36 inches tall
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Flower Colors: Blue, pink, purple, and white mix
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Use: Garden beds, borders, wildflower meadows, and cut flowers
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Growing Conditions: Full sun, well-drained soil
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Harvest Advantages: Abundant blooms, ideal for cutting
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Plant Resistance: Drought-tolerant, low-maintenance
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Seed Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated
About Bachelor Buttons (Centaurea cyanus):
Also called “Cornflowers,” Bachelor Buttons have been cherished in cottage gardens for centuries. Their old-fashioned beauty and resilience make them a favorite among heirloom growers. With their bright mixed colors and carefree growth, they bring effortless joy to any outdoor space.
Planting Information:
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Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after the last frost
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Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
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Spacing: 6–12 inches apart
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Germination: 7–14 days
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Bloom Time: Early summer through fall




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Features
Life Cycle
Annual
Planting Season
Spring, Summer
Growth Habit
Upright, Bushy
Flavor Profile
Mild, Edible petals
Plant Characteristics
Mixed colors, Hardy
Use
Ornamental, Edible garnish
Growing Conditions
Full sun, Well-drained soil
Harvest Advantages
Long blooming, Easy cutting
Plant Resistance
Drought tolerant, Hardy
About Bachelor Buttons Seeds – Mixed Colors Heirloom Variety
Centaurea cyanus
Seed Names
Cornflower, Bachelor’s button
Seed Type
Heirloom, Open-pollinated
Bachelor Buttons are charming heirloom flowers known for their vibrant mix of blue, pink, purple, and white blossoms. They are hardy, low-maintenance, and bloom continuously, making them a favorite for gardens, borders, and cut flowers. Their edible petals also add a unique touch to salads, desserts, and drinks.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun
Planting Depth
¼ inch
Sowing Method
Direct sow, Broadcast
Plant Spacing
6–12 inches
Days to Maturity
65–80 days
Soil Preparation
Direct sow, No stratification
Hardiness Zones
2–11
Water Needs
Low to moderate
Planting Season
Early spring, Late summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 20 sq. ft.
500
Up to 100 sq. ft.
1000
Up to 200 sq. ft.
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These seeds were so easy to plant and germinated quickly. The flowers came up in a beautiful mix of blue, pink, and white. My garden has never looked so cheerful! Definitely worth trying for any beginner.
I loved the color variety, but a few areas didn�t fill out as much as I hoped. Still, the blooms I got were healthy and lovely. I�d buy again with a bit more careful spacing.
Not only are these bachelor buttons gorgeous, but they also attracted bees and butterflies. I feel like my garden is more alive than ever. Very pleased with the results.
Most of the seeds grew well, but a few took longer than I expected. Once they did, the flowers were stunning. Patience is key, but the outcome is worth it.
I love heirloom flowers, and these didn�t disappoint. The colors were vibrant and the plants stayed healthy throughout the season. Great for cutting and adding to bouquets.