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Black Knight Scabiosa Pincushion Flower Seeds
Black Knight Scabiosa Pincushion Flower Seeds
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This almost-black beauty is equally at home in formal and cottage gardens. Scabiosa blooms for an exceptionally long time, is fairly drought tolerant, and is very attractive to bees and butterflies. Long stems are great for fresh cut flowers. Dried seed heads also add interest to flower arrangements. A top-notch garden cultivar since the 1600s when it was known as 'Blackmoor's Beauty' or 'Mournful Widow'.
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Variety Info
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Native: Africa, Asia, Europe
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 10 and warmer, although usually grown as an annual.
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 18"–24" tall, 18" wide
Variety Info: Very dark burgundy flowers reveal contrasting white stigmas as flowers mature, resembling pincushions.
Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 60°–70°F.
Days to Emerge: 10–15 days
Seed Depth: ⅛"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 12"
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 12"
Growing Info
Harvesting: For longest vase life, harvest flowers in the morning, choosing blooms that have just begun to show good color but are not yet open.
- JenniferRated 5 out of 5 starsSep 26, 20245 Stars
Beautiful flower that brings in the bees! Started indoors in the winter and bloomed outside by mid-May in San Diego County. Color varies from almost black to a ruby red depending on how the sun hits it. Butterflies also enjoy this flower which got to be almost 3 feet tall in my garden. I grew this with a pink scabiosa variety and it was a nice combination for the garden.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - ShaynaRated 3 out of 5 starsJun 27, 20243 Stars
This is the second seed pack I’ve purchased that the color is different than the pack. I really don’t like white flowers and was expecting a deep purple. Not sure if this is normal for botanical interests.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerEGEpic GardeningJul 5, 2024Hey Shayna,
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. We've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Kate E.Rated 5 out of 5 starsJan 21, 20245 Stars
These are such an intense dark chocolate color. When the sun hits them they really glow and are gorgeous. These are some of my favorite flowers in my garden.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Denise W.Rated 5 out of 5 starsNov 21, 20235 Stars
I love the way these flowers develop over the flowers bloom cycle. A sweet light scent, truly loved by bees in the garden. Denise W
Petaluma CA
- Leah S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsSep 22, 20235 Stars
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