Scabiosa stellata

This very special pincushion flower creates lovely silvery blue flowers that fade quickly to reveal the true ‘star’ the dried seed pods that it leave behind. The dried orb shaped seed pods adds texture to arrangements, and create interest in the landscape into fall.

Growing information:

Plant Type: Annual

Height: 36-48”

Sun: Full sun

Sow: Start seed indoors in trays 4-6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Seeds need light to germinate; barely cover with soil. 

Pinch: Not Necessary 

Spacing: 12”

Days to maturity: 90-100

Seeds per packet: Approximately 15