Scabiosa atropurpurea Mix
Scabiosa atropurpurea Mix
Scabiosa atropurpurea Mix
Sweet Scabious, Mourning Bride
Successful sowing, but very disappointed with the colours as all the plants obtained have white flowers whereas the seed packet is advertised as a mix.
Béatrice, 22/06/2024
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Description
Scabious atropurpurea is offered here as a mix of seeds that will produce flowers in soft and vibrant colours including white, pale pink to fuchsia, mauve, garnet, purple, etc. The plants are not very long-lived, but they grow very quickly and their flowering lasts for several months if you regularly remove faded flowers. Scabious atropurpurea thrives in sunny positions, in well-draining soil that doesn't dry out too much. Sow the seeds from March to May, depending on the climate, along borders or in flower beds.
Scabiosa atropurpurea, also known as Dark Purple Scabious, is a plant from the Dipsacaceae family. This species is native to southern Europe. It develops from a deep and extensive root system. It is often grown as an annual, although it is actually a short-lived perennial. This diverse selection showcases several varieties offering a wide choice of colours. The plants quickly form erect bushy clumps 50-60cm (20-24in) in heightand about 30cm (12in) wide. The deciduous foliage is composed of finely cut, roughly toothed, lanceolate leaves with a grey-blue hue. It emerges from the collar of the plant, forming a flat rosette close to the ground. Flowering occurs from July to October. Each plant produces up to 400 flowers and numerous stems, each carrying a single dome-shaped floral head, 5cm (2in) in diameter, composed of a multitude of tiny flowers. The stamens resemble miniature pin cushions. The fragrant flowering is also highly attractive to bees and butterflies.
Once the queen of old-fashioned gardens, Scabious has made a comeback, with a variety of classic and innovative colours. The flowers of Scabiosa atropurpurea are graceful and elegant, far from being austere as their English name "Mournful Widow" suggests. They are an excellent choice for flower beds, as well as for making bouquets. Combine these plants with carnations, love-in-a-mist, cosmos, cornflowers, etc.
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Scabiosa
atropurpurea
Mix
Caprifoliaceae
Sweet Scabious, Mourning Bride
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Sow the seeds of Scabiosa atropurpurea in April-May, directly in the ground, in their final location. Prepare the soil carefully by loosening it and, if necessary, lightening the planting area with coarse sand. Sow at a depth of 3 mm (0in), in rows spaced 30cm (12in) apart. Another option is to sow the seeds in 7.5cm (3in) pots, which should be kept at 18-20°C (64.4-68°F) until germination. Keep the soil moist, but not excessively wet. Transplant the seedlings when they are large enough to handle, planting them outside during periods when there is no risk of frost, with a spacing of 23cm (9in) between each plant. Scabiosa thrives in sunny locations, in well-drained soil that allows it to withstand winter conditions. It adapts to slightly acidic, neutral, or slightly alkaline soils. Regular, but not excessive, watering will promote its growth. Regularly removing faded flowers will encourage a long flowering period. This plant readily self-seeds in light soil, although not always reliably.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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