The cornflower has some of the most vivid blue flowers you will ever find, he says. They also come in red, white, mauve and pink. They are often mistaken for bachelor buttons because of their similarity. The different varieties range in height from six inches to two feet tall. This is another plant that can be direct seeded into the flower bed.
Cornflowers also like cool, moist conditions.
When planning what flowers to plant this spring in your garden, consider leaving a little space for some everlastings, Goodspeed says. Then, next winter when the other flowering annuals are dead and composting, everlastings will be spreading color throughout your home. For more information, call Brooke Bigelow at 797-1202.