Fama Blue Scabiosa is a perennial, also known as pincushion flower with flowers in varying shades of blue and purple. It grows tall and sturdy stems that can grow up to 2 feet tall and makes an excellent cut flower. Perfect for attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden. Packet contains ~ seeds.
- perennial hardy to zone 3
- flowers in first year
- full sun
- mature height 1-2 feet (30-60 cm)
- blooms early to late summer
Scabiosa - Fama Blue Seeds
Start fama scabiosa seeds indoors 4-6 weeks prior to your last frost date.
Cold stratification will improve germination. Place seeds in a moist paper towel inside a plastic bag or container. Keep in the fridge for 2-3 weeks before seeding.
Press seeds into soil and cover lightly. Keep moist until germination in ~10-20 days.
Transplant after risk of frost has passed in a sunny location with plants spaced 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) apart.
Scabiosa caucasica
Also known as pincushion flower