Description

Bachelor's Button 'Black Magic' features deep maroon flowers that make a bold statement in the garden and serve as stunning cut flowers. These vibrant blooms, measuring ½”–1″ wide, are not only visually striking but also edible, making them a perfect garnish for salads, crudités, or dinner plates. Known for its ability to naturalize, this annual flower will self-sow, ensuring blooms year after year. Additionally, birds love the seed heads, making it an excellent choice for pollinator and wildlife gardens. With its deer-resistant, drought-tolerant nature, this easy-care plant thrives in full sun and attracts beneficial insects.

This packet has 180 seeds.

Variety Info:

Botanical Name: Centaurea cyanus
Family: Asteraceae
Native: Europe and Asia
Hardiness: Annual
Plant Dimensions: 20″–24″ tall, 12″ wide
Variety Information: ½”–1″ wide, very dark maroon flowers
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Beneficial Insects, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower

Sowing Info:

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date, or in late summer/fall for blooms the following season. Mild Climates: Sow in fall for winter bloom.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. Not recommended; does not transplant well. Use biodegradable pots to avoid root disturbance.
Days to Emerge: 7–14 days
Seed Depth: ¼”
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 8″–10″
Thinning: When 1″–2″ tall, thin to 1 every 8″–10″

Growing Info:

Special Care: For optimum germination, chill seed in the refrigerator for 5 days before sowing.