Black Knight Scabiosa Plants
The rich burgundy color of Black Knight Scabiosa is so dark it's almost black, topped with lilac sprinkles. You can also boil the blooms for about 10 minutes to make an easy dye for your dainties.
Scabiosa are an easy to grow and dependable burst of color. Sturdy little flowers on long stems rise above a pretty mound of foliage, and have a cottage garden feel with an urban edge.
Includes three young plants, grown in 2.5" diameter pots.
Plant Info
Botanical Name
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Scabiosa atropurpurea
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Height
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3 ft when full grown |
Spacing
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9" between plants
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Light
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Full sun or part shade
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Zone
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Grows everywhere in the USA (annual in zones 2-6, tender perennial in zones 7-11)
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Kids & Pets & Deer
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Non-toxic, and Deer Resistant |
Climate
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Heat-loving |
Water
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Drought tolerant |
Indoor & Pots
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Grows well in containers outside |
Growing Info
How to Plant | Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball. Fill a little bit of the loose dirt back into the hole and tuck your plant in so the base of the stem is even with the top of the hole. Now fill in the rest of the soil around the roots, give the soft ground around the base of your new plant friend a few solid pats to compress the soil onto the roots, and a long, gentle drink of water |
Where to Plant | Find a place that gets a decent amount of sun, in well draining soil |
When to Plant | Plant outside in the spring, After your last frost. Avoid the heat of the day when planting — plant in the early morning, late afternoon, or by the light of the moon |
When to Expect Blooms | All summer! |
Care Instructions | Water regularly until they get established, and then give them extra water during dry spells. Pick blooms to encourage more |
Extra Credit | Foliage is evergreen in mild climates (leaves stay green through winter) |
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ate these perrenials?
They are typically treated as annuals, but may come back in mild regions.