Description
Scabiosa Atropurpurea 'White' is a long flowering Scabiosa, great for the back of a border and also makes a good cut flower. The flowers are a crisp white that grow to around 90cm.
Great for adding height to beds and borders and bees and butterflies will love them too.
When to sow | Sow indoors Jan to April and August to September. |
Where to sow | Sow indoors in moist compost filled pots or trays 0.5cm (1/4in) deep and cover the seeds with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a warm position (temperature of 15-20°C (60-68°F) is ideal). |
What to do next | When seedlings are large enough to handle and all risk of frost has passed, acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days. Then transplant into final growing position planting them 30cm (12in) apart. |
Water well until plants are established. | |
Handy tips | Deadhead to prolong flowering and encourage new flower buds. |
Flowering period | June to October. |
Uses | Ideal for cut flowers and as a tall flower at the back of a border. |
Height | 90cm (36in) |
Spread | 30cm (12in) |
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