Dynamic Scabiosa Mix (Organic)

Dynamic Scabiosa Mix (Scabiosa atropurpurea) is an open-pollinated hardy annual cut-flower blend in colors from near-black to pure white, with every shade of rose, red, purple, blue, and pink. Prolific, long-lasting in the vase, and bee friendly, it is also deer resistant and draws a wide range of pollinators.

At a glance

• Variety: Dynamic Mix scabiosa (Scabiosa atropurpurea)
• Type: Hardy annual, open-pollinated, organic
• Days to germinate: 12-15 days
• Sun: Full sun to part shade
• Planting depth: 1/4"
• Height at maturity: 3' to 4'
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 3-11
• Approx. seeds per pack: 50 (12,614 per oz bulk)

Best for

• Cut-flower beds and bouquets
• Pollinator gardens for hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
• Cottage and mixed borders
• Deer-frequented gardens
• Gardeners wanting a long, colorful bloom season

How to grow

Sow in spring or fall at 1/4" deep in full sun to part shade and nearly any soil. Germination takes 12-15 days. Plants reach 3' to 4' and bloom summer into fall. Cut frequently and deadhead spent flowers to prolong continuous blooming. In Zones 10 and warmer it can grow as a perennial.

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