Centaurea cyanus, commonly known as cornflower or bachelor's button (among other names [note 1]), is an annual flowering plant in the family Asteraceae native to Europe.

Jan 1, 2025 · Cornflower (bachelor's button) is a popular feature in many gardens because of its vivid, brilliant blue flowers. Here's how to plant and grow them.

Sep 9, 2025 · Cornflower, also known as bachelor's button, is a hardy annual wildflower that features charming double blooms, each about 1 1/2 inches wide, resembling tiny carnations.

Apr 26, 2017 · Learn all about Cornflowers, also known as Bachelor Buttons. Grown as an annual, this typically-blue wildflower is simple, beautiful and drought tolerant. Includes info on …

Aug 12, 2025 · Beyond their ornamental value, cornflower petals are edible and can be used to add a decorative and slightly spicy, clove-like flavor to culinary creations. They are often …

Mar 13, 2025 · Cornflowers 101: Everything You Need to Know for a Thriving Wildflower Garden This post follows our content production and research editorial guidelines.

Mar 31, 2025 · Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) is an easily grown hardy annual wildflower that is quick to grow and blooms in summer, bearing masses of pretty, ruffled flowers on slender wiry …