{"product_id":"pincushion-flower-seeds-scabiosa-atropurpurea-black-knight","title":"Pincushion Flower Seeds — Scabiosa atropurpurea Black Knight","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOne Of The Darkest, Most Dramatic Pincushion Flower You Can Grow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabiosa atropurpurea\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Black Knight' is one of the most striking and sought-after annuals in the cottage garden palette. The flowers are a deep, velvety maroon-purple — so dark they appear almost black in certain lights — each one a perfectly formed domed pincushion of tiny florets studded with delicate white stamens that catch the light like tiny stars against the dark bloom. Held on long, wiry stems above finely cut foliage, the contrast between the near-black blooms and those luminous white stamens is quite breathtaking. An outstanding cut flower with excellent vase life, 'Black Knight' is also irresistible to bees and butterflies, making it as valuable to the garden as it is to the vase. Once you grow it, it becomes an annual fixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌸 \u003cstrong\u003eDramatically dark flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep velvety maroon-purple blooms so dark they appear almost black, each one studded with tiny white stamens that catch the light beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding cut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e — long wiry stems and excellent vase life make 'Black Knight' a favourite for fresh arrangements; the dark blooms add depth and drama to any bouquet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐝 \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional for pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e — bees and butterflies are strongly attracted to the flowers throughout summer; one of the best annuals for beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e — direct sow or start in trays; Scabiosa is a reliable and generous annual that flowers prolifically with minimal fuss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eLong flowering season\u003c\/strong\u003e — blooms from early summer through to autumn; deadhead regularly to keep the flowers coming over many weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong\u003eElegant, airy habit\u003c\/strong\u003e — the finely cut foliage and wiry stems give the plant a light, graceful quality that contrasts beautifully with the dark, velvety blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Black Knight' direct where it is to flower in spring, or start in trays in late winter for earlier blooms. Sow onto moist seed-raising mix and cover lightly. Thin or transplant seedlings to 30cm apart. Scabiosa prefers a sunny position with well-drained, preferably alkaline soil — add a little lime if your soil is acidic. It is quite drought tolerant once established and performs well across most NZ regions. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering; the more you cut, the more it blooms. An excellent companion for roses, cosmos, and other cottage garden favourites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e8 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Pincushion Flower Black Knight (\u003cem\u003eScabiosa atropurpurea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Black Knight'), with growing instructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45069632143429,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_26c97cfe-8ba5-4796-8716-1536380a1e36.png?v=1780025157","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/pincushion-flower-seeds-scabiosa-atropurpurea-black-knight","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}