Scabiosa, Starflower Scabiosa stellata  (80 days) A texture lover’s dream, the Starflower is actually a seed pod.  Very diminutive petals quickly senesce to reveal a swelling, globe-like center with many papery transparent seeds all distinguished with a small black star at the center.  These are so fun fresh or dried, and they are also an eye-catching addition to the annual border.  A tender perennial that grows up to 30”; space 12” apart.   Packet: ( 1/2g ~20 seeds) Bulk: 5g. ...

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Scabiosa, Fata Morgana Scabiosa atropurpurea  (100 days)           This pincushion flower’s unique creamy yellow color has occasional highlights of apricot.  Blooms are small (1”) but are an excellent compliment to antique or honey floral arrangements.  Stems are thin and strong.  Provide horizontal trellis for straight stems.  Readily self-sows if allowed to go to seed. A short-lived perennial that grows up to 48”.  Space 12” apart.  FLA. Packet:( 1/4g ~40 seeds) ...

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Scabiosa, Beauty Mix Scabiosa atropurpurea  (90-100 days) Perennial mix of Scabiosa flowers in abundance for 3-4 months with blooms in burgundy, lavender, white and various shades of pink.  Eye catching flowers are followed by fascinating seeds heads, both of which are outstanding and long-lasting in fresh flower bouquets.  Stems are long, and although thin, they are quite strong and the plant easily produces 60-80 blooms over the course of its flowering season under optimum growing conditions.  Dry the seed heads for an interesting textural element in your everlasting bouquets or wreaths.  Plants readily reseed.  FLA.   Packet:1/2 g (~45 seeds) ...

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