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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

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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"

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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.

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Total 5 star reviews: 20 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 4 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 1
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  • Sherry A.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    12/31/24
    5 Stars

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  • Kellen L.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    12/5/24
    5 Stars

    I bought a packet of these in 2022, they all germinated, and I love the bright green foliage and the moody blossoms. the seed pod+6s also add a unique textures to bouquets. I highly recommend these seeds!

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  • Jennifer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9/26/24
    5 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.

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  • Cory L.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7/2/24
    5 Stars

    Started these early to mid summer last year in Oakland, CA (Zone 10a). They overwintered and are now (July 2024) pushing 7ft+ tall with hundreds of blooms!

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  • Shayna
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    6/27/24
    3 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.

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    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
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    7/5/24

    Hey 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 🌻️