Dried Edible Flowers Australian Dried Edible Cornflower Jar

Dried blue cornflowers are one of the most iconic edible flowers for cake decorating — their vivid blue-violet colour is rare in the natural world and immediately eye-catching on white buttercream or pale fondant. Petite Ingredient grows and dries these cornflowers on their Yarra Valley farm in Victoria, producing certified food-safe blooms that are trusted by Australia's professional baking industry. With a mildly sweet, lightly clove-like flavour, they are as pleasant to eat as they are beautiful to look at.

Key Details

• Format: Retail jar
• Flower type: Cornflower / Bachelor's Button (dried, edible grade)
• Origin: Handpicked and produced on farm in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia
• Certified: Certified edible, organic, and sustainably farmed
• Flavour: Mildly sweet, lightly clove-like
• Shelf life: 2–4 years
• Storage: Cool, dry place out of direct sunlight

Best For

• Wedding cakes — blue cornflowers are a classic for French-inspired and garden-party bridal cakes
• Naked cakes — the vivid colour stands out between cream and sponge layers
• Gin cocktails — blue cornflowers are a signature garnish in classic floral gins
• Charcuterie boards — add a striking colour contrast among neutral cheeses and crackers
• Buttercream cakes — press individual petals or whole flowers into freshly smoothed buttercream

Frequently Asked Questions

Are dried cornflowers safe to eat?

Yes. Cornflowers (Centaurea cyanus) have a long history as a culinary flower, and Petite Ingredient's dried cornflowers are certified edible and organically farmed at their Yarra Valley property. They are food-safe for use on cakes, in drinks, and in other culinary applications. Never use cornflowers from a florist or garden, as these are not produced under food-safe conditions.

How do I store dried edible cornflowers?

Store the sealed jar in a cool, dry place away from light. Cornflower petals can fade if exposed to direct sunlight over time, so keeping them in the jar with the lid tightly sealed preserves their vibrant blue colour. Shelf life is 2–4 years from production.

Browse the full edible flowers range at Baking Pleasures, or explore our cake decorating supplies and edible toppers collections for more ways to finish your cakes beautifully.