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Scabiosa Rumelica Seeds for Garden Planting

Scabiosa Rumelica Seeds for Garden Planting

$16.39 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

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

Sowing: Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring after the last frost or in fall.



Spacing: Space seedlings approx. 30–45 cm (12–18 in) apart once established

How to Grow

Light: Full sun to partial shade is preferred.

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil supports best growth.

Water: Water consistently during establishment; reduce once mature.





Tips

Provide space for air circulation to reduce disease.


Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting biodiversity


Excellent for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator patches.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Clump-forming

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Late Spring to Autumn

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Scabiosa Rumelica Seeds for Garden Planting
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Flower seeds

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Perennial flowering plant


Scabiosa Rumelica, also known as the perennial pincushion flower, produces elegant flower heads atop slender stems that provide long-lasting color and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. This ornamental perennial performs best in moderately fertile, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Its blooms are ideal for garden borders, cottage beds, and mixed perennial plantings, enhancing landscapes with classic texture and seasonal interest

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring / Autumn

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

Medium

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

60–80 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Partial Shade

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA 5–9

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

30–40 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Surface sow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Well-drained soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000104516

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Scabiosa rumelica different from other pincushion flower species?

Its graceful perennial habit and delicate pincushion blooms make it a distinctive choice for ornamental gardens.

Can this Scabiosa 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 throughout much of the growing season.

Can Scabiosa rumelica be combined with ornamental grasses?

Yes, it pairs beautifully with ornamental 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 harvested for fresh bouquets?

Yes, the long stems and elegant blooms are suitable for fresh cut flower arrangements.