Fire King Scabiosa (Scabiosa atropurpurea)Ā An annual heirloom also known as 'Pincushion Flower'.Ā Elegant scarlet flowers (1.5-2.5ā) borne on strong terminal stems reaching up to 3 feet. A striking addition to any bouquet, arrangement, or garden. Highly fragrant making it a favourite nectar choice of butterflies. Excellent heat tolerance and late blooming period from June - October. Scabiosa thrives in full sun and in well drained soils making it an ideal xeriscape plant.Ā
95 days to maturity from seed
50 seeds per packetĀ
Planting Instructions: 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.Ā 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 Sprout: 10 - 12
Plant Spacing: 8" - 12" (20cm - 30cm)
Plant Height:Ā 36" (90cm)
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Features:
Hardiness Zones:Ā Half Hardy Annual
Bloom Time: June to October
Light Requirements:Ā Full SunĀ
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, & Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Heat Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
