Cornflower ‘Crown Double Strain’ Blue Seeds – Double-Flowered Cottage Classic (UK)

Cornflower ‘Crown Double Strain’ produces rich, deep blue double flowers on sturdy stems, making it a standout in cottage gardens and cut-flower patches. Easy to grow and loved by pollinators, it’s a reliable choice for UK borders, meadows, and bouquets.

Why Grow Cornflower ‘Crown Double Strain’?

• Striking double blue flowers

• Excellent as a cut flower

• Strong stems ideal for picking

• Easy to grow from seed

• Highly attractive to bees and pollinators

• Perfect for cottage and wildlife gardens

A timeless annual that brings vivid colour and traditional charm.

“Perfect alongside Sweet William, Scabiosa and Linum for classic cottage-style bouquets.”

How to Sow Cornflower Seeds (UK Guide)

• Sowing time: March–May direct outdoors

• Alternative sowing: September for early flowering the following year

• Seed depth: 1–2cm

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Spacing: Thin to 20–25cm

Cornflowers prefer direct sowing and do not like transplanting.

Growing Instructions

• Grow in full sun for best colour

• Thrives in average, well-drained soil

• Water during prolonged dry spells

• Deadhead regularly to extend flowering

• Allow some flowers to set seed for self-sowing

Flowering & Use

• Flowering period: Early summer to late summer

• Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, and wildflower areas

• Excellent for cutting and drying

• Adds bold blue colour to bouquets

Product Details

• Variety: Cornflower ‘Crown Double Strain’ Blue

• Botanical name: Centaurea cyanus

• Plant type: Hardy annual

• Approx. seed count: (300 seeds)

• Plant height: Approx. 60–90cm

• Growing location: Borders, cut-flower gardens, meadow planting

• Difficulty level: Easy

• Suitable for: UK growing conditions

Why Buy from Curriott Hill Nursery

• Seeds selected for reliable UK performance

• Small-batch, quality-focused nursery

• Fast UK dispatch

• Ideal for beginner and experienced gardeners