Scabiosa Oxford Blue

As low as €3,90 per package

  • Pretty light blue pincushion flower heads 
  • Amazing cut flowers
  • Easy to grow from seed
  • 50 seeds per pack
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Scabiosa Oxford Blue
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€3,90

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Scabiosa (scabiosa stellata, scabious flower, pincushion flower, starflower)

Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Oxford Blue' has fully double, lightly scented pin cushion flower heads which are a delightfully pretty shade of light blue. Scabiosa makes excellent cut flowers because of their long vase life. Scabiosa Oxford Blue works great as a filler for borders.

It prefers in full sun and well-drained soil but can deal with some shade. Cut or deadhead blooms to prolong flowering or leave on so that the plant will self-seed. The birds also love scabiosa seeds!

Buy your Scabiosa Oxford Blue seeds with Fontana Seeds for delivery anywhere in Europe.

Growing Scabiosa Oxford Blue from Seeds

Both annual and perennial scabiosa are very easy to start from seed. Scabiosa seeds are large, papery, and shaped like shuttlecocks; very easy to handle.

Please note: the shoot will grow out of the back of the feathery area of the shuttlecock rather than the point. Plant your scabiosa seeds on their side so the shoot can make its way out easily.

Sow sparsely on damp seed compost. Keep moist, germinates at 22-25°C. Once shoots appear place in a bright, cool area. Scabiosa transplants easily without much issue and since they are such hardy plants, you can plant them out at any point, typically around the second or third set of leaves. Space at approximately 15cm intervals. Give a good soak after transplanting.

Once established, Scabiosa is pretty drought tolerant. They do well with a good amount of fertilization, so keep well fed and well watered.

Read more frequently asked questions about growing scabiosa seeds

Fast Facts

Article number:
S08640-11
Botanical Name:
Scabiosa Atropurpurea
Common Name:
Paper Moon, Scabious, Pincushion flower, Star flower, Sweet Scabious
Days to germinate:
7-14 days
Flowering time:
July, August, September, October
Hardiness and Longevity:
Annual
Height:
Up to 90cm
Ideal For:
Cut or dried flowers, cottage gardens, attracting beneficial insects and butterflies
Spread:
Approx 20cm
Sunlight:
Full Sun

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