Black Knight

SCABIOSA atropurpurea - SC0377

(SAHIN 1992) deepest maroon, nearly black flowers with contrasting white stigmas

Crop type Cut Flowers
Article code SC0377
Full Name SCABIOSA atropurpurea Black Knight
Year of Introduction 1992
Common Name Pincushion Flower
Botanical Category Annuals
Genus SCABIOSA
Species atropurpurea
Variety Black Knight
Family Caprifoliaceae
Colour Black
Height in cm - inches 90 - 35
Height Category Tall
Flowering - Harvest Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Use C - Cut flower, cut foliage, D - Dry flower, J - Full sun, L - Landscaping, Y - Attracting beneficial insects and hummingbirds
TSW 6.6667
Seedcount per gram 150
Germination Method Top of Paper, 20°C, Light - (TP20L)
Days to Germinate 7-14
Division Home Garden Flowers

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