Scabiosa - Imperial Mix (Scabiosa atropurpurea) - Also known as the 'Pincushion Flower', this annual produces showy blooms of full double round flowers in rose, purple, pink, lavender, burgundy, and white. Flowers are persistent from mid-summer until frost and should be dead-headed regularly. Plants grow from 30-40 inches tall. Scabiosa flowers are heavy nectar producers making them very popular amongst pollinators. Scabiosa thrives in full sun and in well-drained soils making it an ideal xeriscape plant. It is also a popular choice in cut flower arrangements.
50 seeds per packetÂ
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. Seeds can be sown outdoors in the late fall to satisfy cold period required for spring germination.
Days to Germination:Â 10Â - 12
Plant Spacing:Â 8" - 12" (20cm - 30cm)
Plant Height: 30" - 40" (75cm - 100cm)
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Features:
Hardiness Zones:Â Annual
Bloom Time:Â Summer to Fall
Light Requirements:Â Full sun
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, & Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
