Lovely as they are, Cornflowers can become tall and straggly in garden borders. Cornflower ‘Tom Pouce’ is a sturdy and compact version that remains perfectly well-behaved at the front of the border, creating swathes of double pink flowers. The stem length is ideal for cutting and the blooms can be used in both fresh and dried arrangements. Cornflowers are a doddle to grow, enjoying poor dry soils and attracting bees and butterflies to the garden. Height: 40cm (16in). Spread: 30cm (12in).

• Sturdy and compact cornflower
• Great for front-of-the-border
• A magnet for pollinators