Seeds
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are untreated, open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
Pincushion Flower Seeds
Pincushion Flower Seeds
Our own farm-grown Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa atropurpurea) seeds for organic growing.
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
1 pkg (30+ seeds)
Common Names
Pincushion Flower, Scabiosa, Mourning Bride
Botanical Name
Scabiosa atropurpurea
Plant Family
Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckle Family)
Native Range
Mediterranean
Life Cycle
Annual
Hardiness Zone
2-11
Habit
2-3ft tall. Flowers in shades of reds, blues, purples, pinks and white. Blooms from mid-summer to fall.
Sun/Soil
Full sun. Average soil.
Germination/Sowing
The seeds germinate easily and are best sown in flats in the spring and then transplanted out once they are big enough.
Growing/Care
Water once a week until established.
Harvesting
The flowers are harvested as they open.
Culinary Uses
The flowers are edible.
Medicinal Uses
Used in European folk medicine for the treatment of scabies (that is where the latin name Scabiosa comes from). Other traditional uses include treating acne, bronchitis, cold, and cough.
Other Uses
Lovely cut flower.
Flowers produce a range of dyes in greens, blues, and pinks.
Attractive to pollinators.
Themes
Apothecary Garden, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Container Gardens, Dye Plant.