{"product_id":"cornflower-seeds-blue-ball-centaurea-cyanus","title":"Cornflower Seeds Blue Ball Centaurea Cyanus Annual","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClassic blue annual for borders and bouquets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecornflower seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e ‘Blue Ball’ are a reliable choice for adding clear, rich blue tones to beds, borders, and naturalistic plantings. This blue cornflower variety forms neat, rounded blooms that suit both a cottage garden look and more structured planting schemes. As an annual flower, it is well suited to seasonal colour and can be combined easily with other annual flower seeds for a long-lasting display.\u003cbr\u003e\nBotanical name: \u003cem\u003eCentaurea cyanus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant character, height, and garden placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cornflower blue ball selection grows to around 90 cm tall, creating an upright presence that works well mid-border or in larger drifts. It is often chosen for a cut flower garden, where the strong stems and bold colour can add contrast to mixed arrangements. For gardeners planning cornflower seeds for wildflower garden areas, this variety is also suitable for larger groups and informal, meadow-style planting designs, including use within a wildflower garden seed mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLight preference and seasonal ornamental value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best ornamental performance, place in a sunny position. The vivid blue flowers bring a traditional, countryside feel and pair well with other cottage garden flowers seed choices. Whether used as direct sow flower seeds in open ground or included among cut flower garden seeds, ‘Blue Ball’ offers a distinctive blue accent that stands out alongside whites, pinks, and yellows in mixed summer displays.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaphira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51743855411537,"sku":"SHA-LUN-051046-9","price":4.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/2458\/5553\/files\/SHA-LUN-051046-9_1_416c3d5b-3327-4572-bb59-8f1a8a54b21d.png?v=1778195084","url":"https:\/\/seedschoice.com\/products\/cornflower-seeds-blue-ball-centaurea-cyanus","provider":"SeedsChoice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}