Centaurea cyanus 'Polka Dot Mixture' – Colorful cut flowers for playful field and cut bouquets

Centaurea cyanus 'Polka Dot Mixture' is a vibrant and versatile cut flower, known for its mixed colors and playful appearance. This variety combines the classic charm of cornflowers with modern color schemes, making it perfect for field bouquets, cut flower arrangements, and creative flower arrangements.

With its long stems, vigorous blooms, and rich variety of colors, 'Polka Dot Mixture' offers florists and cut flower growers a reliable, colorful, and versatile flower for both fresh and dried bouquets.

Colorful flowers for a playful effect

The flowers of 'Polka Dot Mixture' range from blue, pink, white, purple, to violet, often combined in a mix that resembles colorful dots – hence the name "Polka Dot." The airy rosette shape of the flower heads creates a natural and playful look, ideal for:

• field and picking bouquets

• playful and romantic flower arrangements

• bridal work and ceremonies with color accents

• botanical and creative styling for events and interiors

The colour palette gives any bouquet a cheerful and vibrant look, and creates a beautiful contrast with other summer flowers.

Strong, long cutting stems

Centaurea cyanus 'Polka Dot Mixture' forms straight, sturdy stems of 60–90 cm, perfect for professional cut flower production. The stems are robust and resistant to transport, making them ideal for large-scale production and flower distribution.

The plant's branching growth produces multiple harvestable stems per season, making the variety profitable for both commercial growers and hobby florists.

Long vase life and versatile applications

The flowers of 'Polka Dot Mixture' have a vase life of 7–10 days, especially when cut half-open. The flower heads retain their shape and color excellently, making them ideal for:

• picking bouquets and field bouquets

• bridal bouquets and wedding styling

• packages for hotels and events

• playful and colorful flower designs

The combination of strong stems and airy flower heads makes this variety versatile and attractive in any bouquet.

Excellent as a dried flower

Besides fresh use, 'Polka Dot Mixture' is excellent for dried flowers. By harvesting the flowers half-open and drying them slowly, the colors remain vibrant and the flower heads retain their shape. Dried Polka Dot Mixture is ideal for:

• colorful field bouquets

• sustainable interior decoration

• boho and prairie style arrangements

• long-lasting flower arrangements

The playful colour palette remains attractive even after drying, making it a popular choice for creative floral designs.

Cultivation advice for optimal cut stems

'Polka Dot Mixture' grows best in full sun in well-drained, fertile soil.

Important cultivation points:

• Sowing: February–April under glass or directly outside from April

• Plant out: after the last frost

• Planting distance: 20–25 cm for strong stems and good air circulation

• Soil: well-drained, light and nutritious

• Water: regular but moderate; no wet feet

• Nutrition: Light fertilization encourages healthy stems and flowers

• Support: optional for long stems or windy conditions

• Harvest: when the flowers are half to almost fully open

Regular harvesting promotes new flowering and extends the harvest period.

Why choose Centaurea cyanus 'Polka Dot Mixture'?

• Colorful flower mix: blue, pink, white, purple, violet

• Long, sturdy cutting stems (60–90 cm)

• Long vase life of 7–10 days

• Perfect for fresh and dried flower creations

• Uniform and robust growth

• Ideal for cut bouquets, field bouquets and bridal work

• Reliable and easy to grow