BACHELOR BUTTONS - 1/2 OZ EACH

Bachelor’s Buttons or Cornflowers are popular vibrant sky-blue flowers. They are best known for the variety of “ Blue Boy” as it has the most beautiful deep blue blooms and high stems. It is an excellent choice for brightening up any flowerbed. It is also easy to grow.

Even though they are annuals, they are fast to reseed themselves. It means that the grower will always have new blooms every year. Besides, their flowers are also perfect for cutting and keep their bright color even in the dried form.

How to Grow Bachelor's Buttons

Growing bachelor’s button is easy and they are great for beginners and experienced growers.

1. Directly sow the seeds into the ground about 1-2 weeks before the last frost in spring. If users want them to flower, sow in the late summer.
2. Plant the seeds 1/2 inches deep.
3. Place the seeds with 2-3 inches of spacing while planting. Once the seedlings emerge, thin them to 6-12 inches apart.
4. Keep the soil wet until the seeds begin to germinate. Water moderately once the plants are well-rounded.
5. They need complete sun, but they will grow in partial shade if necessary.
6. Bachelor’s buttons grow strongly in well-draining loamy soil.
7. As soon as the flower starts to fade, pinch back the finished blooms to promote additional flowers. Water and dead-heading are all that is required by these flowers.

Best Uses for Bachelor's Buttons

Bachelor’s Buttons can be used for some purposes, which makes them a great addition to any garden.

• Cut Flowers: Their blooms are beautiful in fresh flower arrangements. They also dry well while maintaining their color, which makes them optimal for dry floral works.
• Edible Flowers: The petals of Bachelor’s Buttons are edible and have a light floral taste. They can be used as salad decorations, put on a cake, or be used to make tea.
• Attracts Pollinators: Their bright blue color attracts bees and butterflies, so they are optimal for pollinator-friendly gardens.

Additional Benefits and Information

Apart from these uses, Bachelor’s Buttons offer several other benefits that make them a great option for gardens.

• Self-Seeding: The best thing about Bachelor’s Buttons is that they tend to reseed themselves. Thus, people generally only need to plant them once, and they will keep growing year after year.
• Drought Tolerant: Once established, these plants do well in dry conditions. Therefore, they are suitable for low-maintenance gardens in dry climates.
• Deer Resistant: People who struggle to keep their flowers intact due to deer can also be assured that the deer do not eat Bachelor’s Buttons.

Why Choose Bachelor's Buttons (Blue Boy)?

Bachelor’s Buttons, aka Blue Boy, or any other variety is a good addition to any garden. They are easy to grow and generally low-maintenance yet very showy plants that do well both nestled in gardens and stand-alone in bouquets. They are a long-lasting plant and a perfect selection for people who want to maintain a healthy garden ever.

Summary

Blue Boy or Bachelor’s Buttons offer more than just a blue color. They also offer various uses, easy care, and an attractive look that can enhance any garden or home. Therefore, whether someone purchases flowers for cutting, pollinators, or just adores the blue color, Bachelor’s Buttons offer a wide range of opportunities.