| Common Name: Corncockle Genus: Agrostemma Species: githago Cultivar or Variety: 'Milas'
Characteristics of Plant
A plant that will bloom all during the spring and summer months. This is a plant well suited for a wildflower or cottage type garden look, although it does make a pretty border plant too.
The Corncockle flowers grow on a single stemmed plant,so make sure you have multiple plants about 6" apart.
With being a type of wildflower, Agrostemma githago does not need to be fertilized or use very little if you must. It performs well in most soils and once established is fairly drought tolerant.
The flowers which are a pale purplish-pink color make a good cutting flower, please note that this plant contains a toxic saponin that can effect the health and well-being of farm animals such as chickens, pigs, cows, so make sure it is planted away from where farm livestock may be feeding.
This plant is a re-seeder. Seed sown in early to mid fall will start blooming in the early spring, or you can start indoors ( 6 to 8 weeks before last frost), or direct sow once frosts are over and ground has warmed. |
Life Cycle
Annual
Zone Hardiness up to
Zone 3
Zone 4
Zone 5
Zone 6
Zone 7
Zone 8
Zone 9
Endangered Species
No
Heirloom
No
When to Sow Seed
Early Spring
Mid Spring
Late Spring
Early Fall
Mid Fall
Germination Temperature
60-70 F
Seed Sowing Depth
1/2"
Seed Needs Light to Germinate
Yes
Days to Germination
7-10 days
10-14 days
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Plant Height
2 - 4 feet
Plant Form
Upright
Blooms
Yes
Flower Color
Lt. Purple
Nutritional Needs
Moist
Fertile
Yes
Reproduces By
Seed
Potential Hazzards or Invasiveness
Toxic to Farm Animals and Farm Livestock
Cutting Flower
Yes
Attractive to Wildlife
Butterflies
Bees
Additional Uses
Containers
Borders
Planters
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(Image by starlight1153)
"Agrostemma githago 'Milas' .. Photo is copyrighted to Jonna Sudenius."
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(Image by starlight1153)
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