{"product_id":"centaurea-cyanus-classic-magic-cornflower","title":"Centaurea cyanus Classic Magic | Cornflower","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"227\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"227\"\u003eCentaurea cyanus Classic Magic | Cornflower | Bachelor’s Button\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"390\"\u003eA truly enchanting cornflower mix, \u003cstrong data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"128\"\u003eCentaurea cyanus ‘Classic Magic’\u003c\/strong\u003e produces elegant blooms in extraordinary shades ranging from soft mauve with deep centres to dramatic near-black petals delicately tipped in white. This refined colour palette creates a magical effect in borders and brings depth and contrast to summer bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eCornflowers are beloved for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"505\"\u003enatural cottage-garden charm, pollinator appeal, and effortless cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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