Bachelor Buttons Seeds – Tall Mixed Colors Variety
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Bring a burst of vibrant charm to your garden with Bachelor Buttons Seeds – Tall Mixed Colors Variety. Known for their easy growth and low maintenance, these classic cottage garden flowers bloom in a delightful mix of bright shades, adding color and cheer to borders, beds, and bouquets. Standing tall with strong stems, they make excellent cut flowers and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. Perfect for beginner and seasoned gardeners alike, this hardy annual thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, rewarding you with continuous blooms all season long.




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Features
Life Cycle
Annual
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Growth Habit
Upright, Bushy
Flavor Profile
Mild, Edible
Plant Characteristics
Tall, Hardy
Use
Ornamental, Culinary
Growing Conditions
Full Sun, Well-drained
Harvest Advantages
Easy Harvest, Long Bloom
Plant Resistance
Drought Tolerant, Hardy
About – Bachelor Buttons Seeds – Tall Mixed Colors Variety
Centaurea cyanus
Seed Names
Cornflower, Bachelor's Button
Seed Type
Heirloom, Open-pollinated
Bachelor Buttons, also known as Cornflowers, are classic cottage garden favorites known for their tall stems and vibrant mixed blooms. This heirloom variety is easy to grow, resilient, and ideal for cut flowers, borders, or wildflower gardens. With drought tolerance and low maintenance needs, they bring a burst of colorful charm to any landscape while also being edible and pollinator-friendly.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1/4 inch
Sowing Method
Direct Sow / Broadcast
Plant Spacing
6–8 inches
Days to Maturity
65–75 days
Soil Preparation
Direct Sow, No Stratification
Hardiness Zones
2–11
Water Needs
Low to Moderate
Planting Season
Spring, Fall
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 20–25 sq. ft.
500
Up to 100–120 sq. ft.
1000
Up to 200–250 sq. ft.
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I wasn�t sure what to expect, but these seeds grew beautifully. The flowers are tall, colorful, and attract bees and butterflies. They�re hardy and low-maintenance�exactly what I needed for my summer garden.
I grew these in pots on my patio, and the results were stunning. The flowers are vivid and plentiful, and they bloom over a long period. A simple way to bring color to small spaces.
I was impressed by how quickly these Bachelor Buttons sprouted. They grew taller than I expected, and the variety of colors was fantastic. Great for adding height and interest to any flower bed.
These seeds gave me a garden full of color in a short time. The blooms are delicate but abundant, and the mix of shades really stands out. They�ve become my go-to flower for summer planting.
I planted these along my garden fence, and they turned out gorgeous. The tall stems and bright flowers create a nice border. The variety is true to the description, and they are very hardy.