Black Knight Scabiosa Seeds - Sixalix atropurpurea
Non-GMO Black Black Knight Scabiosa Flower Seeds
The Black Knight Scabiosa, also known as the Pincushion Flower, is a striking addition to any garden, known for its dramatic deep burgundy petals and luminous white stigmas that resemble a pincushion. These captivating flowers make an unforgettable impression and are perfect for gardeners seeking to add a touch of mystery and elegance to their outdoor space.
The Black Knight Scabiosa features tall, sturdy stems adorned with large, frilly blooms that provide a unique, gothic beauty to your garden. These striking flowers also make excellent cut flowers, bringing dark, velvety charm indoors.
Easy to Grow & Low Maintenance
Ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners, the Black Knight Scabiosa thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring minimal care. Once established, it can tolerate moderate drought, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens.
Attracts Pollinators
Not only will this flower enhance the beauty of your garden, but it will also attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, contributing to the biodiversity of your outdoor space. Its nectar-rich blooms will provide a valuable food source for local wildlife.
Features & Benefits
- Striking, Dark Blooms: Deep burgundy petals with white stigmas.
- Perfect for Cut Flowers: Large, frilly flowers ideal for bouquets.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
- Easy to Grow: Requires minimal care, drought-tolerant once established.
- Gothic Beauty: Adds drama and elegance to any garden.
Product Highlights & Info
- Non-GMO
- Annual
- Sun: Full - Partial
- Indoors: 4 -6 weeks before last frost
- Direct Sow: Not recommended
- Seed Count:
- Days to Maturity: 90 - 100
- Bloom Time - Late Spring - Fall
- Plant Size: 18" – 24" tall, 12" - 18" wide with 1.5" – 2.5" blooms
- Ornamental
- Drought Tolerant
- Attracts pollinators : Bees & Butterflies
- Excellent for cut flowers
- Open Pollinated
- Neonicotinoid-free
Growing Tips:
Use a dome and heated mat. Keep at 70º. Keep soil moist while seeds are germinating. Can grow perennial in mild climates. For a longer season, start in early spring. Use a dome and heated mat. Keep over 75º.
Harden off transplants. Can be sown in fall, for spring blooms, if there are mild winters. Plant in succession for continuous blooms.
If starting seeds indoors, it is key that your new starts be hardened off. This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure.
- Start for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day
- One week minimum is recommended
- Bring them inside in the early evening and overnight
- Keep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over.
