{"product_id":"mr-fothergills-cornflower-polka-dot-seeds","title":"Mr Fothergill's Cornflower Polka Dot Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"54eaa2e2-b223-4753-9b03-f4ab9515c390\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2-instant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"46\"\u003eMr Fothergill’s Cornflower Polka Dot Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e produce a charming mix of low-growing, nectar-rich flowers that attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects, while also supporting wild birds later in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"243\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"569\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"305\"\u003eCompact cornflower mix with colourful, nectar-rich blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eHighly attractive to bees, butterflies and lacewings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eSeed heads provide food for wild birds in autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"472\"\u003eHardy annual that flowers in the same year as sowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eEasy to grow from direct sowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eIdeal for borders, wildlife gardens and natural planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eMr Fothergill’s Cornflower Polka Dot (\u003cem data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eCentaurea cyanus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a delightful, low-growing mixture that combines classic cottage garden charm with excellent wildlife value. The bushy plants produce an abundance of colourful flowers throughout summer, creating a lively display that is especially attractive to pollinators. Later in the year, the seed heads are appreciated by birds, making this variety a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Easy to grow and adaptable, Cornflower Polka Dot thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, even in poorer or drier conditions, and can be sown directly where it is to flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003eBrand: Mr Fothergill’s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eProduct type: Flower seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eCentaurea cyanus\u003c\/em\u003e (Compositae)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eGenus: Annuals \/ Bedding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003ePlant class: Hardy annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eFlower colour: Mixed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003ePlant height: Approximately 45cm (18in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eHabit: Bushy, medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eSituation: Sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eWildlife attraction: Bees and butterflies (RHS Plants for Pollinators)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eSeed quantity: 500 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eFlowers \/ Harvest: July to September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eSow directly outdoors from March to May for summer flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eAutumn sowings from August to October give earlier flowers the following year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eGrow in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003eSuitable for dry, low-fertility or limy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003eLeave seed heads in autumn to feed birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eWhy Choose Cornflower Polka Dot Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2327\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePerfect for gardeners who want easy colour with strong wildlife benefits, Mr Fothergill’s Cornflower Polka Dot Seeds deliver reliable flowering, pollinator appeal and bird-friendly seed heads - ideal for borders, wildlife gardens and natural planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mr Fothergills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57074113642880,"sku":"30231420","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/3570\/2578\/files\/mr-fothergills-cornflower-polka-dot-seeds.jpg?v=1768404502","url":"https:\/\/oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk\/products\/mr-fothergills-cornflower-polka-dot-seeds","provider":"Old Railway Line Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}