Green-fingered Brits are in full swing prepping their gardens for the summer season.
But if you’ve not yet got your seeds in the ground, don’t fret. There’s a flower you can plant right now that’ll be blooming in just a few weeks, ready to dazzle in the summer sun.
Flowers bring a vibrant splash of colour to any British garden, particularly when we’re graced with those glorious sunny summer days. This particular plant is an excellent choice to inject some colour into your garden this year.
Cornflowers, say the experts, take a mere ten weeks to grow. Plant them this week and they’ll be in full bloom by the end of May, providing a beautiful spectacle throughout the summer months.
Not only do these flowers sprout quickly, but their planting and care routine is also pretty straightforward. Here’s why you should consider growing cornflowers and how to go about it, reports the Express.
Also known as bachelor’s button, cornflowers boast a deep blue/purple hue. They add a delightful pop of colour to your garden and can reach heights of between 30cm and 120cm, making them a real showstopper.
An added bonus is that these plants are generally pest-free, according to the Royal Horticultural Society. So, you won’t have to worry about safeguarding them from pesky insects or rodents that might invade your garden and pose a threat to other plants.
If you’re looking to cultivate cornflowers, it’s best to sow the seeds directly where you want them to bloom. If you opt to start them off in trays, make sure to harden them before planting them 15cm apart in your garden.
Once the flowers start to blossom, remove any wilted heads to allow the remaining blooms to absorb more energy.
Cornflowers require well-drained soil for optimal growth. They make a charming addition to summer gardens, filling out flower borders and beds beautifully.
These flowers also thrive in containers, making them a versatile choice for sprucing up spaces like patios or driveways. While they’re generally pest-free, cornflowers can be prone to powdery mildew.
To prevent this, position the plant in direct sunlight to keep it from getting damp in shaded areas.
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