A Beautiful Pink Cornflower in My Garden 🌸

Based on the unique fringed petals and the shape of the flower head, this gorgeous pink bloom is a Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus), also known as a Bachelor’s Button. While most people associate cornflowers with the classic “cornflower blue,” they naturally appear in shades of pink, purple, and white too!

Key Features:

•Petals: The outer “toothed” or ragged petals are actually sterile ray florets—they help attract pollinators.

•Center: Smaller, fertile disc florets form the center, where seeds will eventually develop.

•Foliage: Leaves are typically narrow, grey-green, and slightly fuzzy.

Fun Facts:

•Edible: Cornflower petals are edible and can be used to garnish salads or dried for teas like Lady Grey.

•Symbolism: Historically, young men wore them to show love; if the flower faded quickly, it was said their love wasn’t returned.

•Wildlife: Bees and butterflies adore them, making them a pollinator-friendly addition to your garden.

I’m curious—would anyone like tips on harvesting seeds so you can grow more next year?