Mourning Bride Scabiosa (Scabiosa atropurpurea) - A striking deep purple, almost black blooming pincushion variety that produces flowers on 24-32ā erect stems. Quite commonly used in bouquets and arrangements. Flowers can also be utilized as a black dye. Also known as Black Knight Scabiosa.
90 days to maturity
40 seeds per packetĀ
Growing Information: Start this annual indoors 6 - 8 weeks before last frost. Scabiosa seeds may benefit from a brief cold period. They require light to germinate. Sow seeds shallow and barely cover with soil mix. Space plants 8 -12 inches apart and in a sunny location. In mild winter areas, seeds can be sown in the autumn. Germinates in 10-12 days.Ā Seeds can be sown outdoors in the late fall to satisfy cold period required for spring germination.
Days to Germination: 10Ā - 12
Plant Spacing: 8" - 12" (20cm - 30cm)
Plant Height: 24" - 32" (60cm - 80cm)
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Features:
Hardiness Zones:Ā Annual
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Light Requirements:Ā Full sun
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, & Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
