Tall Red Bachelor Button Seeds (Centaurea cyanus) Scarlet blooms on tall, wiry stems. Great as a cut flower or in wildflower mixes. Attracts butterflies and bees.

Minimum: 100+ Seeds

Scarlet Blooms That Stand Tall and Shine Bright

Bring bold charm to your garden with Tall Red Bachelor Buttons, a striking heirloom flower known for its scarlet-red petals and upright, wiry stems. These classic cottage garden favorites are eye-catching in garden beds and make excellent cut flowers for fresh or dried arrangements. Long-lasting and easy to grow, they are also beloved by bees and butterflies.

Whether you're planting a cheerful border or blending into a wildflower mix, these bachelor buttons are a reliable, no-fuss addition to any sunny space.

🌿 Why You’ll Love It:

❤️ Rich Red Blooms with a Wildflower Look
🌼 Excellent for Cutting and Drying
🦋 Attracts Pollinators and Adds Biodiversity
🌱 Easy to Grow in Garden Beds or Pots
💨 Tolerant of Wind and Mild Drought Once Established

🏡 Perfect For:

• Cottage-style flower beds

• Pollinator gardens

• Wildflower meadows and mixes

• Cut flower gardens

• Container planting for height and drama

🌱 Planting and Growing Info:

• Botanical Name: Centaurea cyanus

• Plant Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 24 to 36 inches

• Bloom Time: Early summer through frost

• Planting Time: Early spring, or fall in mild climates

• Seeding Depth: 1/4 inch

• Germination: 7 to 10 days

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Moderate; prefers well-draining soil

• Zones: Grown as an annual in all USDA zones

🌼 Growing Tips:

• Direct sow where you want them to grow; they dislike transplanting

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming

• Leave some blooms to go to seed for natural reseeding

• Mix with blues and purples for a patriotic or bold color display

Tall Red Bachelor Buttons are an easy way to add vertical interest, vibrant color, and pollinator power to your garden. Let them shine on their own or mix them with other wildflowers for a show-stopping display.