Little Veggie Patch Co - CORNFLOWER "POLKA DOT" HEIRLOOM SEEDS

Colourful Semi-Dwarf Cornflowers with Early Blooms

Grow Cornflower 'Polka Dot' for an easy-to-grow mix of colourful blooms on compact, semi-dwarf plants. Growing around 30–45cm tall, this variety is about half the size of regular cornflowers and blooms earlier than many other varieties.

The flowers appear in a range of shades, including white, pale pink and blue.

Growing Information

• Variety: Cornflower 'Polka Dot'
• Type: Heirloom cornflower
• Height: 30–45cm
• Flower Colours: White, pale pink and blue
• Flowering: Earlier than many other varieties
• Soil pH: 6.5–7.0
• Spacing: 20–30cm
• Sowing Depth: 0.5–1cm
• Position: Full sun; tolerates some afternoon shade
• Companion Benefits: Attracts an array of pollinators through their vivid, bright flowers
• Approx. Seeds: 45

When to Plant in Australia

• Zone 1: October–April
• Zone 2: September–May
• Zone 3: Any time
• Zone 4: Any time

How to Grow

Soil

Prepare nutrient-rich, well-drained soil by incorporating fresh manure and compost a fortnight before planting.

Position

Plant in full sun. Cornflowers can also tolerate some afternoon shade.

How to Plant

Sow directly into the veggie patch when daytime temperatures regularly reach 18–20°C. If conditions are still too cold, propagate the seeds in trays and transplant once conditions improve.

Seed Sourcing: Locally sourced in small batches to maintain maximum viability for germination

Shipping

Not available for shipping to Western Australia.

Founded in Melbourne in 2008, The Little Veggie Patch Co (LVPC) is all about making it easier for everyone to grow their own food, whether you have a backyard, balcony or small urban space. Known for its heirloom seeds, LVPC began its seed range in 2009 with four tomato varieties and has since grown to more than 50 varieties of vegetables, herbs and garden favourites.

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