Double Lavender Blue Pincushion Scabiosa Seeds for Garden Planting

The raised, protruding stamens in the center of each bloom resemble pins stuck in a pincushion, giving the plant its distinctive common name.

No, despite "Lavender" appearing in the name, Scabiosa is an unrelated genus; here "lavender" simply describes the flower's blue-purple color, not a botanical connection.

Double forms have extra petal-like structures filling in the center, creating a fuller, more layered bloom than the simpler single form of wild Scabiosa species.

Many scabiosa varieties are short-lived perennials, often thriving for just two to three years before declining, especially in humid climates, so occasional replanting or division helps maintain a bed.

Consistent deadheading is what drives its extended bloom period; left alone, the plant tends to slow flowering once it starts setting seed.

Yes, the flat, pincushion-like bloom provides an easy landing platform, making it a particular favorite for butterflies compared to more tubular flower shapes