Bachelor Button – Frosty Mix (50-60 Seeds)

Centaurea cyanus – Frosty Mix

• Growing Temp 55°F – 70°F

• Days to Maturity 70-90 days

Chilly blooms and vibrant colors: The Bachelor Button Frosty Mix features a beautiful blend of cool-toned flowers in shades of white, light blue, and pale lavender. Known for its frosty appearance, this mix adds a delicate touch of elegance to any garden. These hardy, easy-to-grow plants are perfect for attracting pollinators and adding a soft, colorful touch to borders, meadows, and containers.

Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly into the soil once the temperature reaches at least 55°F and all danger of frost has passed. Prepare the soil by loosening it and removing any weeds. Scatter the seeds evenly across the area and lightly rake to cover them. Keep the soil moist until germination, which should take about 7–14 days. Thin seedlings to about 8–12 inches apart to allow for proper growth and airflow.

Early Sowing for Seedlings: If starting indoors, sow seeds 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost date using seed trays with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the temperature around 65–70°F to encourage germination. Once seedlings are strong and the outdoor conditions are stable, harden them off before transplanting them into the garden. Space them 8–12 inches apart to allow them to fully develop and thrive.

Harvesting: Harvest Bachelor Button Frosty Mix flowers when the blooms are fully open but still fresh. It’s best to cut the flowers early in the morning when the blooms are cool. These flowers can be used for fresh bouquets or dried for long-lasting floral arrangements. Regularly deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering throughout the growing season.