Agrostemma githago 'Bianca' (Corncockle)
Agrostemma githago 'Bianca', popularly known as Corncockle, is a charming addition to any garden, boasting delicate, white flowers that shimmer in the sunlight. This hardy annual thrives in a range of conditions, making it an ideal choice for wildflower gardens, meadows, and mixed borders. With its elegant stems and unique blossoms, 'Bianca' brings a touch of vintage beauty and is perfect for cutting for bouquets.
Features
Beautiful, cup-shaped white flowers that bloom in late spring to summer
Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies to your garden
Easy to grow, ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners
Thrives in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade
Suitable for a variety of garden styles, including cottage and wildflower gardens
Cultural Instructions
Sow seeds directly into the soil from March to May, ensuring they are spaced appropriately to allow for their natural growth. Water gently after planting and manage weeds as they appear. Agrostemma githago 'Bianca' will flourish with minimal care, rewarding you with a delightful floral display throughout the summer months.
Why Choose Agrostemma githago 'Bianca'?
By growing Agrostemma githago 'Bianca', you're not only enhancing your garden's beauty but also supporting the native ecosystem. This stunning flower enhances biodiversity and provides essential nourishment to our cherished pollinators.
Elevate your gardening experience with the timeless elegance of Agrostemma githago 'Bianca'. Order your seeds today and watch your garden transform into a picturesque haven of blooms.
Pack Sizes Available
50 Seeds: £2.00
200 Seeds: £5.00
Agrostemma githago 'Bianca', popularly known as Corncockle, is a charming addition to any garden, boasting delicate, white flowers that shimmer in the sunlight. This hardy annual thrives in a range of conditions, making it an ideal choice for wildflower gardens, meadows, and mixed borders. With its elegant stems and unique blossoms, 'Bianca' brings a touch of vintage beauty and is perfect for cutting for bouquets.
Features
Beautiful, cup-shaped white flowers that bloom in late spring to summer
Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies to your garden
Easy to grow, ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners
Thrives in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade
Suitable for a variety of garden styles, including cottage and wildflower gardens
Cultural Instructions
Sow seeds directly into the soil from March to May, ensuring they are spaced appropriately to allow for their natural growth. Water gently after planting and manage weeds as they appear. Agrostemma githago 'Bianca' will flourish with minimal care, rewarding you with a delightful floral display throughout the summer months.
Why Choose Agrostemma githago 'Bianca'?
By growing Agrostemma githago 'Bianca', you're not only enhancing your garden's beauty but also supporting the native ecosystem. This stunning flower enhances biodiversity and provides essential nourishment to our cherished pollinators.
Elevate your gardening experience with the timeless elegance of Agrostemma githago 'Bianca'. Order your seeds today and watch your garden transform into a picturesque haven of blooms.
Pack Sizes Available
50 Seeds: £2.00
200 Seeds: £5.00
Agrostemma githago 'Bianca', popularly known as Corncockle, is a charming addition to any garden, boasting delicate, white flowers that shimmer in the sunlight. This hardy annual thrives in a range of conditions, making it an ideal choice for wildflower gardens, meadows, and mixed borders. With its elegant stems and unique blossoms, 'Bianca' brings a touch of vintage beauty and is perfect for cutting for bouquets.
Features
Beautiful, cup-shaped white flowers that bloom in late spring to summer
Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies to your garden
Easy to grow, ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners
Thrives in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade
Suitable for a variety of garden styles, including cottage and wildflower gardens
Cultural Instructions
Sow seeds directly into the soil from March to May, ensuring they are spaced appropriately to allow for their natural growth. Water gently after planting and manage weeds as they appear. Agrostemma githago 'Bianca' will flourish with minimal care, rewarding you with a delightful floral display throughout the summer months.
Why Choose Agrostemma githago 'Bianca'?
By growing Agrostemma githago 'Bianca', you're not only enhancing your garden's beauty but also supporting the native ecosystem. This stunning flower enhances biodiversity and provides essential nourishment to our cherished pollinators.
Elevate your gardening experience with the timeless elegance of Agrostemma githago 'Bianca'. Order your seeds today and watch your garden transform into a picturesque haven of blooms.
Pack Sizes Available
50 Seeds: £2.00
200 Seeds: £5.00
Additional Information:
Genus: Agrostemma
Species: githago
Variety: Bianca
Family name: Caryophyllaceae
Common name: Corncockle
Hardiness: Hardy Annual
Type: Herbaceous flowering plant
Suitable for: Wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, and naturalistic landscapes
Colour: White
Sow: Sow seeds in late Autumn for early Spring blooms or in early Spring for Summer blooms
Flowers: Blooms in late spring to early summer
Light conditions: Full sun to partial shade
Soil type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Soil acidity: Neutral to slightly alkaline (pH 6.0 - 7.5)
Moisture: Moderate; avoid waterlogged soil for optimal growth
Height: Typically around 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm)
Spread: 1 to 1.5 feet (30 to 45 cm)
