Corn Cockle ‘Ocean Pearls’
Agrostemma githago
Elegant cut flower for early-season production.Silky, speckled, 1–2" blooms grow in sprays on willowy gray stems. Long stems.Easy-to-grow plants prefer cool growing conditions. Ht. 36''
Plant type: annualSite: full sun
Height: 36”
Days to maturity: 90-100 days
Plant spacing: 9”
Approx seeds per packet: 50
How to Grow:
Direct seed (recommended) - As soon as the soil can be worked. Sow 1/8" deep. Thin to stand 6-9" apart when first true leaves appear. Transplant - Sow 4-5 weeks before last frost. Sow at 2-3 week intervals until midsummer for continuous bloom. Performs best in cool weather. Corn cockle blooms July to August from an early May sowing.
Harvesting:
Harvest when 1 to 2 flowers in a spray are open.
Vase life : Up to 7 days.