corncockle

How to Grow and Care for corncockle

corncockle · Agrostemma githago
Also known as: bastard nigella; corn cockle; corn pink; gith; joy of love; little and pretty

Grow in poor, well-drained soil in full sun. Lax growth needs to be staked, deadhead to prolong flowering. Flowers are suitable for cutting and are attractive to bees

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing corncockle

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in poor, well-drained soil in full sun. Lax growth needs to be staked, deadhead to prolong flowering. Flowers are suitable for cutting and are attractive to bees

How to Water corncockle?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for corncockle?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for corncockle?

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What Soil Is Best for corncockle?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for corncockle?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize corncockle?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune corncockle?

Cut back after flowering

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How to Propagate corncockle?

Propagate by seed sown in-situ, self-seeds prolifically

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How to Transplant corncockle?

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How to Care for corncockle in Winter?

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How to Plant corncockle?

Grow in poor, well-drained soil in full sun. Lax growth needs to be staked, deadhead to prolong flowering. Flowers are suitable for cutting and are attractive to bees

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How to Repot corncockle?

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How to Harvest corncockle?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease- free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of corncockle

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of corncockle

Plant typeAnnual Biennial
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitColumnar upright
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Scientific Classification

Species
Agrostemma githago
Genus
Agrostemma
Family
Caryophyllaceae
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