Scabiosa Black Knight

Scabiosa Black Knight (Scabiosa atropurpurea)

Scabiosa, also known as Pincushion Flower, is a versatile cut flower.3.5 – 5 cm across magnificent dark maroon coloured flowers on strong, slender stems.

The beautiful drum stick looking fresh flower seed pods can also be used in decorative flower arrangements. 

Plant type:  Annual

Sow when: Spring

Sow where:  Punnets or direct

Spacing x Height:  20cm x 60- 90cm

Position:  Full sun

Growing days:  12- 14 weeks

Growing Details:  Sow seeds in a punnet or direct seed. Lightly cover seeds with soil as light aids germination. It will take up to 10-14 days to germinate in temperature 18 – 20˚c