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Scabiosa Drakensbergensis Seeds for Garden Planting

Scabiosa Drakensbergensis Seeds for Garden Planting

$16.49 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds lightly on the surface or just below soil level.

Best planted in early spring or late summer for strong germination.

• Soil should be well-prepared and free of weeds.

How to Grow

Water moderately; avoid waterlogged soil.

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.

• Provide full sun with some afternoon shade in hot climates

Tips

Scarify or soak seeds overnight for improved germination.

• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

pollinator-friendly

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright and clump-forming

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Spring to early autumn

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

pollinator gardens

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Scabiosa Drakensbergensis Seeds for Garden Planting
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Open Pollinated

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Flowering Plant


Scabiosa Drakensbergensis, native to the Drakensberg mountains of South Africa, produces long stems with striking white pincushion flowers that attract bees and butterflies. It thrives in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade, making it ideal for mixed borders and ornamental gardens

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring, Early Summer

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

Not Applicable

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

40–60 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Full Sun to Partial Shade

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA Zones 5–9

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

30–40 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Surface sow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

bright sunlight

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000159370

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Scabiosa drakensbergensis suitable for alpine gardens?

Its compact perennial growth and delicate pincushion blooms make it an excellent choice for rock and alpine landscapes.

Can this Scabiosa grow in gravel or rock gardens?

Yes, it performs well in sunny locations with well-drained rocky soil.

Will the flowers bloom over an extended period?

Yes, regular deadheading can encourage continued flowering throughout much of the growing season.

Can Scabiosa drakensbergensis be planted with ornamental grasses?

Yes, it pairs beautifully with grasses and other sun-loving perennial flowers.

Do butterflies and bees visit the blooms?

Yes, the nectar-rich flowers may attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinating insects.

Can the flowers be used in fresh floral arrangements?

Yes, the long stems and delicate blooms are suitable for cut flower bouquets.