Scabiosa (P)
Scabiosa caucasica
Perennial. Hardy in zones 3-9.
Start inside 8-10 weeks before planting out. Cover seed lightly and provide warmth (21-24°C). Should germinate in 10-15 days. May also be direct seeded in early spring. Transplant hardened plants into the garden in early spring. Space 12-18” apart in a full sun location. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. The addition of lime is beneficial. Deadhead regularly. Divide every 3-4 years in early spring. Provides a very long-lasting cut flower.
