Black Knight Pincushion Flower, Scabiosa

Seed Exchange - These stunning, dark-maroon flowers have enchanted gardeners (and bees and butterflies) since the early 1600s in England, when the variety was called ‘Blackamoor’s Beauty’ and ‘Mournful Widow.’ The honey-scented flowers have blooms that measure from 1½-2.5" and resemble a dark-satin pincushion with white-tipped pins. The versatile variety works well in both borders and garden beds, and its long stems make it ideal for fresh cutting. (Scabiosa atropurpurea)

• Annual plants grow to 24-30 inches tall
• White, blue, maroon, and red flowers
• Long lasting cut flower
• Tolerates partial shade
• Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
• 100 Seeds

Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors one week after last frost. Plants prefer average moist soil. Water during dry spells. Remove spent blossoms regularly to prolong blooming.

Sow 1/8" Deep

Thin 8-12" Apart

Germination 10-14 days

Full Sun to Partial Sun

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