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Common Corncockle Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Product description
Common Corncockle Seeds
Common Corncockle (Agrostemma githago) is a charming annual wildflower known for its slender stems, silvery-green foliage, and striking magenta-pink flowers with delicate pale centers. Traditionally associated with cornfields and wildflower meadows, this ornamental flower adds a natural, cottage-garden feel to sunny borders, meadow-style plantings, and selected garden displays. Common Corncockle Seeds are a lovely choice for gardeners looking to grow distinctive seasonal flowers and create a colorful outdoor landscape.
Magenta-Pink Flowers
Annual Wildflower
Cottage Garden Appeal
Pollinator-Friendly Planting
Key Features
Slender, Graceful Stems
Develops upright stems and narrow, silvery-green leaves, creating an airy and natural appearance in flower beds.
Classic Wildflower Character
Brings traditional meadow and cottage-garden charm to suitable outdoor spaces and informal planting schemes.
Easy Direct Sowing
Seeds can be sown directly into a prepared garden bed, making establishment convenient when growing conditions are suitable.
Product Highlights
Botanical name: Agrostemma githago
Distinctive magenta-pink flowers
Delicate pale flower centers
Annual flowering plant
Suitable for wildflower-style gardens
Attractive for cottage garden displays
Prefers sunny growing locations
Thrives in well-drained soil
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Agrostemma githago |
| Common Name | Common Corncockle; Corn Cockle |
| Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Seed Type | Annual Ornamental Flower Seeds |
| Plant Type | Annual wildflower |
| Growth Habit | Upright, branching flowering stems |
| Flower Color | Magenta-pink with pale central markings |
| Blooming Season | Generally summer, depending on sowing time and climate |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained soil of moderate fertility |
| Planting Season | Spring or autumn where local climate permits |
| Sowing Method | Direct sowing or starting in containers |
| Sowing Depth | Approximately 5 mm; follow the seed supplier's instructions |
| Germination Time | Approximately 7–14 days under favorable conditions; conditions and seed lots may vary |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 16–21°C (60–70°F) as a general growing guide |
| Plant Height | Approximately 60–90 cm under suitable growing conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 15–23 cm between plants |
| Watering | Water during establishment and prolonged dry periods; avoid waterlogged soil |
| Maintenance | Provide support in exposed locations if necessary; remove spent flowers or retain selected seed heads for self-seeding |
| Safety Information | All parts, particularly the seeds, are considered toxic if ingested. Keep away from children and pets. |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Choose the Right Planting Location
Select a sunny garden bed or open area that receives several hours of direct sunlight daily. Common Corncockle grows best in a location with good air circulation and soil that drains well after watering or rainfall.
Select a sunny garden bed or open area that receives several hours of direct sunlight daily. Common Corncockle grows best in a location with good air circulation and soil that drains well after watering or rainfall.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Remove weeds and loosen the soil to create a fine, even seedbed. Avoid excessively rich soil, as too much fertility can encourage leafy growth at the expense of flowering. Ensure that excess water can drain away freely.
Remove weeds and loosen the soil to create a fine, even seedbed. Avoid excessively rich soil, as too much fertility can encourage leafy growth at the expense of flowering. Ensure that excess water can drain away freely.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow the seeds directly into the prepared soil in spring or autumn when local temperatures are suitable. Cover them lightly with approximately 5 mm of soil and water gently. Follow the instructions supplied with your particular seed lot.
Sow the seeds directly into the prepared soil in spring or autumn when local temperatures are suitable. Cover them lightly with approximately 5 mm of soil and water gently. Follow the instructions supplied with your particular seed lot.
Step 4: Water and Care for Seedlings
Keep the soil lightly moist while the seeds establish, without allowing it to become waterlogged. Once seedlings develop, thin them to approximately 15–23 cm apart. Water established plants during prolonged dry periods.
Keep the soil lightly moist while the seeds establish, without allowing it to become waterlogged. Once seedlings develop, thin them to approximately 15–23 cm apart. Water established plants during prolonged dry periods.
Step 5: Encourage Flowering and Manage Seed Heads
Provide plenty of sunlight and monitor taller stems for support needs in windy locations. Remove faded flowers to encourage a tidier display, or allow selected seed heads to mature if you want to collect seeds. Prevent unwanted spread and keep all plant parts away from children and pets.
Provide plenty of sunlight and monitor taller stems for support needs in windy locations. Remove faded flowers to encourage a tidier display, or allow selected seed heads to mature if you want to collect seeds. Prevent unwanted spread and keep all plant parts away from children and pets.
Bring Wildflower Charm to Your Garden with Common Corncockle
Common Corncockle Seeds offer an opportunity to grow a distinctive annual wildflower with graceful stems and beautiful magenta-pink blooms. Whether used in a cottage garden, a suitable meadow-style planting, or a sunny ornamental border, this traditional flower adds natural color and seasonal interest. Choose a sunny location, provide well-drained soil, and follow suitable sowing practices for a rewarding flowering display. Please note that the plant is toxic if eaten.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about Common Corncockle seed germination, flowering, and the best conditions for growing this traditional annual wildflower.
How long do Common Corncockle Seeds take to germinate?
Common Corncockle Seeds may germinate in approximately 7–14 days under favorable conditions. Cool or unsuitable temperatures, inconsistent moisture, and seed quality can affect the timing. Sow into well-prepared soil, cover lightly, and maintain suitable moisture while waiting for seedlings to emerge.
When should I sow Common Corncockle Seeds for summer flowers?
Spring sowing is a common choice for summer flowering, provided the local climate and soil conditions are suitable. Autumn sowing may also work in regions with appropriate winters. Flowering time depends on the sowing date, temperature, and growing conditions, so adjust your planting schedule to your local climate.
Are Common Corncockle plants safe around children and pets?
No. Common Corncockle (Agrostemma githago) contains toxic compounds, and its seeds are particularly concerning if swallowed. Do not use the plant as an edible flower or food crop. Grow it only where children and pets can be kept from ingesting the seeds or other plant parts. Seek appropriate medical or veterinary advice if ingestion is suspected.