{"product_id":"cornflower-dried","title":"Cornflower Dried","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDried Cornflower Bunch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCornflowers 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  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRead More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e \u003csummary style=\"color: #005bd3; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e🌿 About these Stems\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are the air-dried stems of \u003cem\u003eCentaurea cyanus\u003c\/em\u003e. Unlike many blue flowers that fade to grey when dried, Cornflowers retain their pigment remarkably well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e \u003csummary style=\"color: #005bd3; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e🎨 Styling Ideas\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCornflowers are versatile and functional:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Confetti:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently rub the flower heads to release the petals. They make the world's best biodegradable wedding confetti—light, bright, and eco-friendly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Harvest Jug:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue and Gold is a classic combination. Mix Cornflowers with Dried Barley or Wheat for a quintessential \"Country Living\" look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift Toppers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vivid blue looks incredible against brown kraft paper. Tuck a stem under the twine of a gift for a luxury finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e \u003csummary style=\"color: #005bd3; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e📋 Product Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDried Cornflower (Centaurea)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBeige\/Silver with occasional pops of colour \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStem Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApprox. 40cm - 50cm (Wiry stems)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBunch Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGenerous Hand-Tied Bunch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYears (keep out of direct sun!)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e🌾 Farmhouse Decor\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Dried Companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake the blue pop by pairing it with warm or neutral tones:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e🌾\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dried-wheat-stems\" title=\"Dried Wheat Stems\" style=\"color: #005bd3;\"\u003eDried Wheat:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e🌼\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/oxeye-daisies-dried\" title=\"Dried Daisies\" style=\"color: #005bd3;\"\u003eDried Oxeye Daisies:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border: 1px solid #ffeeba; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Fade Warning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlue 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).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; text-align: center; padding: 20px; background-color: #f4f9f4; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #dce7dc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏆 Grown in Norfolk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur dried flowers are grown, harvested, and air-dried right here on our Norfolk flower farm, ensuring a sustainable product with zero air miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56866517647737,"sku":"DRD-CRN","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/3307\/3827\/files\/cornflower-dried-8556335.jpg?v=1773748463","url":"https:\/\/woodmeadowgc.co.uk\/products\/cornflower-dried","provider":"Woodmeadow Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}