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Cornflower

Centaurea cyanus

Photo by Small Wonders
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Description:

Common names: Cornflower, Bachelor's button, Bluebottle, Boutonniere flower. Native to Europe - Naturalized throughout the U.S. Height: 2-3 Feet. Spread: 1 Foot. Bloom time: May - September. Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Birds.

Habitat:

Light: Full Sun. Water: Medium. Native Habitat: Open Fields, Prairies.

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Flowers of North America
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The Color Blue

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PublishedNovember 11, 2011

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