Cornflower 'Black Ball'

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Cornflower 'Black Ball'

Dark and sexy!!!! This gorgeous Cornflower variety is a deep and mysterious colour that almost looks black on cloudy days and whilst I didn't grow a lot of deeper colours last year, I have been totally persuaded to add more depth into my borders. It adds an extra dimension against the pale pinks and whites so I'm really excited to grow this! Amazing for pollinators and wildlife, great for cutting and bouquets, as well as EDIBLE! Yes, the flowers are edible in salads, baking and in cocktails (yes please!) Cornflowers are simple to grow hardy annuals. Either start off in autumn and keep under cover over winter, or start in early spring in trays and plant out in April/May, or simply direct sow on well prepared ground in May/June and water in well. These look best in large swathes of planting rather than dotted about. Who is in? Join me in growing these beautiful flowers!
Ultimate height: 75cm
Position: Full Sun
Suitable for: Cottage garden
Lifecycle: Annual
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Cornflower 'Black Ball' – Rich Burgundy Elegance for Every Garden

Bring depth and sophistication to your garden with Cornflower 'Black Ball', a striking variety that showcases rich, velvety burgundy blooms. This classic cottage-garden annual offers an elegant twist on the traditional blue cornflower, creating dramatic contrasts in borders, cutting gardens, and wildflower meadows.

Perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens, these hardy annuals are easy to grow and thrive in sunny spots with well-drained soil. Their long stems make them ideal for cut-flower arrangements, while their nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects throughout the summer season.

KEY FEATURES:

  • Unique Deep Burgundy Blooms: Adds dramatic contrast to cottage gardens and borders.

  • Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies all summer long.

  • Perfect Cut Flower: Long, sturdy stems for beautiful bouquets.

  • Easy to Grow: Ideal for beginners and low-maintenance gardens.

  • Long Flowering Period: Continuous blooms from early summer into autumn.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Sow seeds directly outdoors in spring or autumn.

  • Choose a sunny position with well-drained soil.

  • Rake soil lightly and cover seeds thinly.

  • Water regularly until seedlings are established.

  • Deadhead regularly to prolong blooming and encourage more flowers.

At The Rose Press Garden, we believe gardening should be beautiful, simple, and joyful. Explore our hand-selected flower seeds, plants, and gardening gifts designed to help you create a garden you’ll love, filled with color, fragrance, and pollinator-friendly blooms.

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