Plant Identifier
Cornflower

Cornflower

Centaurea cyanus

Family: AsteraceaeNative: EuropeIdentified: Mar 1, 2026

An annual flowering plant known for its intense blue, thistle-like flower heads and slender, grayish-green leaves.

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Care instructions

This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance, though deadheading can prolong the blooming season.