Scabiosa 'Oxford Blue'
Scabiosa atropurpurea
Scabiosa, or Pincushion flower, is one of my all-time favorites for both the garden and floral design. Extremely prolific and versatile, it adds an antique quality to bouquets and arrangements. Immature flower heads are also great for small design work, like wearables. Playful stems are easy to weave in and out of designs, yet tough enough for market bouquets. In the garden, it attracts endless pollinators—especially butterflies. A must-grow!
Our collection includes my favorite colors. Oxford Blue adds a pop of pastel lavender blue to arrangements. I love it paired with soft yellows or peaches for fairy bouquets.
Packet contains approximately 50 seeds.
DETAILS
Plant type: Hardy annual
Days to maturity: 90–100 days
Light preference: Full sun
Plant spacing: 9 inches
Plant height: 24–36 inches
Hybrid status: Open pollinated
SOWING
Depth: Cover lightly (light aides germination)
Days to germination: 10–12 days at 65–70°F
How to Grow
Sow indoors 5–7 weeks before transplanting out after danger of frost. Barely cover, as light aides germination. Grow transplants on at 50–55°F to keep the plants from stretching.
Harvest & Vase Life
Harvest when flowers are still in bud stage or just beginning to open.
Expected vase life: 7–10 days.
SHIPPING
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