Fresh Cut Cornflower

Cornflower also known as bachelor's button or knapweed is ethylene sensitive.  Some varieties come in purple or pink, but blue is the most common. 

Available in limited supply year round.To process, remove foliage that may fall below waterline, cut and put into "Quick Dip" by Florallife.  Remove and cut the flowers' stems underwater and place in a clean container of water and flower food.  Store at 34-38F

Cornflowers are used often in wedding work.  Boutonnieres, corsages and in bridesmaids' headpieces.

 Drying:  Group small bunches by binding a few stems together with a twist tie or a string.  Suspend upside down in a warm, dry, well-ventilated area.  Dried cornflowers are beautiful on wreaths and wall pieces.  Also work well decorating basket edges.