Best Sowing Time (North India): September–October
Best Sowing Time (South India): October–January
Temperature: 10–22°C
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil; tolerates poor soils
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Spacing: 20–25 cm apart
Germination Time: 7–14 days
Tip: Sow directly — cornflowers dislike transplanting. Self-seeds freely for next season. An excellent, long-lasting cut flower. Attracts bees and butterflies.