Scabiosa Caucasica

Perennial in Zones 3-7. Lower temperatures can cause premature flowers and poor garden performance. Seed pods can be cut and used to add whimsy and interest to mixed bouquets. Barely cover seeds as light is required for germination.

Successive plantings every 2-3 weeks until midsummer give the best quality flowers and pods. Harden off and transplant outside after the last frost. 8,000 seeds/oz. 1 1/2-2 1/2", pure white flowers stand tall on strong, slender stems.

Diseases & Pests: Avoid powdery mildew by spacing properly and in a location that has decent air ciruculation. What You'll Grow Plant: Somewhat bushy yet delicate green foliage Flowering: 4" wide ruffles of deep blue with lighter centers Seeds: Flowers...

Diseases & Pests: Avoid powdery mildew by spacing properly and in a location that has decent air ciruculation. What You'll Grow Plant: Somewhat bushy yet delicate green foliage Flowering: 4" wide ruffles of deep blue with lighter centers Seeds: Flowers...

This is admittedly easier said than done, particularly with such free-flowering cultivars as ‘Butterfly Blue'. Deservedly popular, this compact variety grows from 12 to 15 inches high, making it ideal for the front of the border.

Perennial in Zones 3-7. Lower temperatures can cause premature flowers and poor garden performance. Seed pods can be cut and used to add whimsy and interest to mixed bouquets. Barely cover seeds as light is required for germination.

Scabiosa stellata: Fresh-cut or dried: Harvest when seed heads are light green with dark-bronze edges and the star-shaped centers are just turning black. Successive plantings every 2-3 weeks until midsummer give the best quality flowers and pods.

Transplant to cell packs or larger containers when the first true leaves appear. A dramatic addition to any bouquet or garden. Organically grown. Also known as mourning bride. Elegant and whimsical cut flower.

Successive plantings every 2-3 weeks until midsummer give the best quality flowers and pods. Harden off and transplant outside after the last frost. 5,300 seeds/oz. Almost black, 1 1/2-2 1/2" blooms stand tall on strong, slender stems.

Also known as mourning bride. 5,300 seeds/oz. Harden off and transplant outside after the last frost. May require support.Scabiosa atropurpurea: Flowers almost fully open. Packet: 50 seeds.Transplant (recommended) - Sow 4-6 weeks before last frost.

Successive plantings every 2-3 weeks until midsummer give the best quality flowers and pods. Harden off and transplant outside after the last frost. Small, pale blue blossoms on wiry stems transform into highly decorative, bronze-colored geometric and...

Scabiosa stellata: Fresh-cut or dried: Harvest when seed heads are light green with dark-bronze edges and the star-shaped centers are just turning black. Successive plantings every 2-3 weeks until midsummer give the best quality flowers and pods.

Successive plantings every 2-3 weeks until midsummer give the best quality flowers and pods. Harden off and transplant outside after the last frost. 4,300 seeds/oz. 1 1/2-2 1/2", deep scarlet flowers stand tall on strong, slender stems.

* The fruits are 1.5 to 3 centimeters in diameter and are somewhat sweet yet sour, bitter and astringent. * This tree is native to the Caucasus region where it is nearly threatened by habitat loss and cutting for firewood.

They hover over the short mound of ferny basal foliage. Pincushion-like, pink flowers with a hint of lavender are borne atop wiry stems over a long period beginning in early summer.

* The fruits are 1.5 to 3 centimeters in diameter and are somewhat sweet yet sour, bitter and astringent. * This tree is native to the Caucasus region where it is nearly threatened by habitat loss and cutting for firewood.

Large 2" pincushion flowers are produced on long stems in an attractive mixture of hues. Use this variety in mixed bouquets for additional color and texture.

They sit atop wiry stems which hover over the short mound of ferny basal foliage. This selection produces a profusion of lavender-blue, pincushion-like flowers over a very long period beginning in late spring.

From July through September, Fleuroselect novelty winner's 25-30 inch plants yield a generous display of fully-double, semi-double, and single 2-2½ inch crested blooms with creamy centers and soulful dark eyes.

Fall sow in zones 8-10, otherwise sow indoors in pots for earlier bloom, or direct sow in May for pristine fall flowers.Coming Soon Grow in moist well-drained alkaline soils. Long lasting in the vase and a midsummer to fall delight in the garden, especially...

They can be started from seed indoors during early spring or sown directly in the garden after the threat of frost has passed. Flowers may reach up to a foot or two in height above the lush gray to blue-green foliage.

Used for flooring, cogs, tools, piano mechanisms etc. * The wood is heavy, close grained, hard, very tough, very durable. * Plants can be grown as a medium to tall hedge, they retain their dead leaves throughout the winter if clipped at least once a year...

Summer-blooming.Coming Soon Lime enriched soil suits it best. The vibrant violet thistle-like single flowers are rich with nectar and pollen. In the world of important bee and butterfly plants, this perennial takes center stage.

Used for flooring, cogs, tools, piano mechanisms etc. * The wood is heavy, close grained, hard, very tough, very durable. * Plants can be grown as a medium to tall hedge, they retain their dead leaves throughout the winter if clipped at least once a year...

An insecticdal soap may be necessary. Space about 1-1.5' apart in regular to rich, moist yet well-drained soil that is neutral to alkaline in pH. Application of a copper-based fungicide is another good preventive step.

* Scabiosa ochroleuca, commonly called cream scabious, is a species of scabiosa with creamy yellow flower heads. It is native to Europe and western Asia.