{"product_id":"cornflower-blackball-seeds","title":"Cornflower Blackball Seeds — Centaurea cyanus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Dark and Dramatic Cornflower\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCornflower Blackball\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCentaurea cyanus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blackball') is a stunning and unusual annual cornflower bearing large, fully double blooms in the deepest, richest burgundy-black — a dramatic and sophisticated colour that is almost unmatched in the annual garden. Far removed from the classic blue cornflower, Blackball brings a moody, velvety depth to borders and bouquets alike, and is an absolute showstopper when cut and arranged with softer pastels or bold brights. A must-have for the cutting garden and any gardener who loves something a little out of the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚫ \u003cstrong\u003eLarge, fully double deep burgundy-black blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rare and dramatic colour that commands attention in any planting or arrangement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional cut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e — long stems and good vase life, stunning paired with whites, pinks, or bold colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📏 \u003cstrong\u003eGrows 70–90 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for cutting gardens, cottage borders, and mixed beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐝 \u003cstrong\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e — a valuable nectar source through spring and summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow from seed\u003c\/strong\u003e — direct sow and largely self-sufficient once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCornflowers are best direct sown into their final position as they dislike transplanting. Sow in autumn for spring flowering, or in early spring for summer blooms. Sow seeds 1 cm deep in a sunny, well-drained position and thin to 30 cm apart. Cornflowers are wonderfully unfussy — they thrive in average to poor soils and need little feeding. Deadhead regularly to extend flowering. Performs beautifully throughout NZ in any sunny, open position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e10 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Cornflower Blackball (\u003cem\u003eCentaurea cyanus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blackball').\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45029102223429,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_12678445-bc70-4a1e-ab6c-edde92ec3e50.png?v=1780791523","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/cornflower-blackball-seeds","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}