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Centaurea cyanus 'Polka Dot' (Cornflower 'Polka Dot' )Herb Plant
£3.99
Some Herbs may be too tall for our standard packaging and will be trimmed to fit. This will not be detrimental to the plant but will mean that these herbs will flower later in the year.
The Blister packs used to protect our beautiful herbs during transit are made from 100% recycled plastic and can be recycled kerbside.
Cornflower 'Polka Dot' (Centaurea cyanus 'Polka Dot')Herb in 9cm Pot
The Blue Cornflower was once a common site in all corn-fields in the UK sadly it is not so much of a common site today. This variety 'Polka Dot' is a mix of cornflower colours and has striking shades of mauve, blue, white and pink you could have any of these colours within your plant purchase.
You will have plenty of flowers to pick all through the summer it makes a splendid border plant and also a fine flower for cutting. This Hardy annual is perfect for naturalising in a sunny wildflower meadow or scattered among the borders of a cottage style planting scheme. It is a hardy annual, easy to grow in well drained soil and full sun. It will flower from June - September. Enjoyed by butterflies and bees the blooms make good cut flowers which also dry well and retain their colour.
Herb Usage
The flowers of the cornflower have been used in herbal medicine and are considered to have a tonic and stimulant effect and was once commonly used as an eyewash, however today little emphasis is put on this particular flower for herbal use. The flower petals are edible and have a clove-like taste can be scattered on a salad if desired. However, we recommend this hardy annual for its ornamental qualities primarily.
Buy Cornflower 'Polka Dot' Online
Our Cornflower 'Polka Dot' herb plants are generally available to buy online between May and September.
| Centaurea cyanus 'Polka Dot' (Cornflower 'Polka Dot' )Herb Plant | |
|---|---|
| Aspect/Site | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Free draining soil |
| Flower Colour | Multi |
| Height | 75cm |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Latin Name | Centaurea Cyanus 'Polka Dot' |
| Hardiness | RHS rating H2 - Annual |
| Culinary | Salads |
| Scented | None |
| Medicinal/Cosmetic | Herbal medicine |
| Flowering/Harvest/Interest | Summer |
| Special Features | Cut Flowers |
| Type of Garden | Wildlife |
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