Bachelor Button – Dwarf White

Bachelor Button ‘Dwarf White’ is a compact, knee-high variety of the classic cornflower, known for its pure white blooms and tidy growth habit. Reaching 12 to 24 inches tall, this dwarf cultivar is perfect for borders, small-space gardens, containers, or anywhere a softer color palette is desired.

Bachelor Buttons thrive in full sun and prefer well-drained soil. As a hardy annual, they tolerate cooler temperatures well and are ideal for fall planting in USDA Zones 7–10, where they will establish during the cooler months and bloom early in spring. In colder zones, sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked.

While seeds can be started indoors, Bachelor Buttons generally perform best when direct-sown, as they don’t always transplant well. These are among the easiest flowers to grow from seed, making them a favorite for beginner gardeners. Once established, they are low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and produce long, sturdy stems—making them excellent cut flowers.

Native to Europe, Bachelor Buttons are now widely naturalized across North America. They are especially valued for their pollinator-friendly nature, attracting bees and butterflies, and are generally deer- and rabbit-resistant. Their crisp white flowers contrast beautifully with other colors and add brightness to any garden design.

SPECIAL NOTE: Bachelor Buttons (Centaurea cyanus) are considered invasive or regulated in certain U.S. regions. They are prohibited in North Carolina, monitored in Washington State, and listed as invasive in West Virginia, Georgia, and parts of eastern Oregon. If you live in one of these areas or are concerned about their spread, you can still enjoy them responsibly. Regularly cutting the flowers for bouquets and deadheading spent blooms will help prevent self-seeding. Monitor their growth closely to keep them from spreading beyond your intended planting area. As always, check with your state’s Department of Agriculture or consult the USDA’s invasive species list before planting.

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The broadcast rate for seeding is 50 – 62.5 pounds per acre.

The seed drill rate for seeding in rows is 25 pounds per acre.