Soft Salmon-Pink Blooms
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Salmon Rose Scabiosa Atropurpurea Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Salmon Rose Scabiosa Atropurpurea Seeds
Salmon Rose Scabiosa Atropurpurea, commonly known as pincushion flower or mourning bride, is an ornamental flowering plant admired for its delicate salmon-pink blooms and attractive, pincushion-shaped flower heads. Its slender stems and soft green foliage make it a beautiful addition to cottage gardens, flower borders, containers, and cutting gardens. This flowering annual or short-lived perennial provides charming seasonal color and attracts pollinators such as butterflies and bees.
Salmon Rose Flowers
Pincushion Blooms
Pollinator Friendly
Cut Flower Garden
Key Features
Unique Pincushion Flowers
Features rounded flower heads with prominent central florets and delicate outer petals.
Excellent Cut Flowers
Long, slender stems make the flowers suitable for fresh bouquets and decorative floral arrangements.
Pollinator Attraction
Flowering blooms can attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial garden pollinators.
Product Highlights
Beautiful salmon-rose flower color
Distinctive pincushion-shaped blooms
Attractive slender flowering stems
Suitable for cottage gardens
Excellent for fresh flower bouquets
Attracts butterflies and bees
Suitable for garden borders
Can be grown in suitable containers
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Scabiosa atropurpurea |
| Common Name | Salmon Rose Scabiosa; Pincushion Flower; Mourning Bride |
| Plant Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Seed Type | Ornamental Flower Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Upright annual or short-lived perennial, depending on climate |
| Flower Color | Salmon pink to soft rose |
| Flower Type | Rounded pincushion-shaped flower heads |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally Zones 8–10 as a short-lived perennial; often grown as an annual elsewhere |
| Planting Season | Spring or fall, depending on climate |
| Growing Season | Cool to mild growing season |
| Sowing Method | Direct sowing or indoor seed starting |
| Germination Time | Approximately 10–20 days |
| Germination Temperature | 65–70°F (18–21°C) |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained, moderately fertile soil |
| Watering Needs | Moderate watering; avoid waterlogged soil |
| Mature Plant Size | Approximately 24–36 inches tall, depending on variety |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 12–18 inches |
| Propagation | Seeds |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Soil
Select a sunny garden location with well-drained soil. Remove weeds and loosen the soil before planting.
Select a sunny garden location with well-drained soil. Remove weeds and loosen the soil before planting.
Step 2: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds lightly in prepared soil or seed-starting trays. Cover with a thin layer of growing medium.
Sow seeds lightly in prepared soil or seed-starting trays. Cover with a thin layer of growing medium.
Step 3: Maintain Moisture
Water gently to keep the soil evenly moist during germination without creating waterlogged conditions.
Water gently to keep the soil evenly moist during germination without creating waterlogged conditions.
Step 4: Provide Adequate Sunlight
Place seedlings in a sunny location and provide sufficient spacing for healthy plant development.
Place seedlings in a sunny location and provide sufficient spacing for healthy plant development.
Step 5: Encourage Continuous Flowering
Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage additional blooms and maintain an attractive flowering display.
Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage additional blooms and maintain an attractive flowering display.
Bring Elegant Salmon Blooms to Your Garden
Salmon Rose Scabiosa adds delicate color and distinctive pincushion-shaped flowers to garden beds, borders, and cutting gardens. With suitable sunlight, well-drained soil, and regular care, these beautiful flowers can create an attractive seasonal display while welcoming butterflies and other pollinators.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discover helpful information about Salmon Rose Scabiosa flowering, cutting, and seed growing.
How long does Scabiosa atropurpurea take to flower from seed?
Scabiosa atropurpurea generally begins flowering approximately 90–120 days after sowing, depending on the variety, temperature, sunlight, and growing conditions.
Is Salmon Rose Scabiosa suitable for cut flower arrangements?
Yes. Its long, slender stems and distinctive pincushion-shaped blooms make Salmon Rose Scabiosa a lovely choice for fresh bouquets, mixed floral arrangements, and cottage-style decorations.
How do you keep Scabiosa atropurpurea blooming longer?
Grow Scabiosa in full sun, provide well-drained soil, and water consistently without overwatering. Regularly remove faded flower heads to encourage further blooming and prevent early seed formation.