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Scabiosa Graminifolia Seeds for Garden Planting

Scabiosa Graminifolia Seeds for Garden Planting

$16.99 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Spacing: Space seedlings around 30–45 cm (12–18 in) apart to allow proper air circulation.

Sowing: Sow seeds outdoors in early spring or autumn in well-prepared, well-drained soil. Press seeds lightly onto the soil surface without deep covering.

Seed Preparation: Lightly scarify seeds or soak overnight to improve germination success

How to Grow

Water: Water regularly during establishment; once established, moderate watering is sufficient.

Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerant of chalky and sandy soils.

Light: Full sun to partial shade encourages robust growth and abundant flowering.

Tips

Avoid soggy soils; ensure good drainage to prevent root issues.


Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and cottage beds due to its compact form.


Attractive to bees and butterflies, enhancing pollinator gardens.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

airy appearance

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright and clump-forming

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring to early autumn

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

pollinator gardens

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Scabiosa Graminifolia Seeds for Garden Planting
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Open Pollinated

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Flowering Plant


Scabiosa Graminifolia, also known as grass-leaf scabious, is a charming perennial species that combines fine, grassy foliage with elegant pincushion-like blooms. The plants form neat clumps of narrow silvery-green leaves, topped by delicate flowers in soft purple and lilac tones that rise above the foliage on thin, wiry stems. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, wildflower mixtures, and pollinator-friendly plantings, this species attracts bees and butterflies while adding delicate texture and color contrast to garden designs.

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
036000186017

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Scabiosa graminifolia different from other pincushion flowers?

Its narrow grass-like foliage provides attractive texture alongside its delicate pincushion blooms.

Can this perennial be planted in rock gardens?

Yes, it performs well in sunny rock gardens and other well-drained landscape settings.

Will the flowers bloom over an extended season?

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

Can Scabiosa graminifolia be combined 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 elegant blooms are suitable for cut flower bouquets.