Cornflower Dried

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Dried Cornflower Bunch

Cornflowers are exquisite with their beautiful array of colours but once picked and dried they change completely and bring an enchanting star-like quality to any dried flower arrangement

These bunches capture the nostalgia of a traditional cornfield. The flowers dry to a crisp, papery texture while keeping their shape beautifully. Whether you display them along with other dried flowers in a jug or use them to add a to a wreath, they bring a gentle magic into your home all year round.

🌿 About these Stems

These are the air-dried stems of Centaurea cyanus. Unlike many blue flowers that fade to grey when dried, Cornflowers retain their pigment remarkably well.

The Texture: The stems are wiry and silver-grey, while the flower heads are crisp and delicate. They have a natural, "wild" habit rather than being poker-straight.

🎨 Styling Ideas

Cornflowers are versatile and functional:

Natural Confetti: Gently rub the flower heads to release the petals. They make the world's best biodegradable wedding confetti—light, bright, and eco-friendly.
The Harvest Jug: Blue and Gold is a classic combination. Mix Cornflowers with Dried Barley or Wheat for a quintessential "Country Living" look.
Gift Toppers: The vivid blue looks incredible against brown kraft paper. Tuck a stem under the twine of a gift for a luxury finish.

📋 Product Specifications

Plant Type	Dried Cornflower (Centaurea)
Colour	Beige/Silver with occasional pops of colour
Stem Length	Approx. 40cm - 50cm (Wiry stems)
Bunch Size	Generous Hand-Tied Bunch
Lifespan	Years (keep out of direct sun!)
Great for	🌾 Farmhouse Decor

Perfect Dried Companions

Make the blue pop by pairing it with warm or neutral tones:

🌾 Dried Wheat: The Field Mix. There is no more iconic duo than Cornflowers and Corn (Wheat). The warm yellow straw makes the blue petals vibrate with colour.
🌼 Dried Oxeye Daisies: The Meadow Mix. Combine white daisies with blue cornflowers for a fresh, light, summery bouquet that looks like it was just picked from a hedgerow.

⚠️ Fade Warning
Blue pigments are sensitive to UV light. To keep your Cornflowers looking electric blue for as long as possible, display them away from direct, harsh sunlight (e.g., not on a south-facing windowsill).