80+ Scabiosa Apricot Yellow Seeds – Fragrant, Self-Sowing, Deer-Resistant Annuals
Bring a touch of charm and fragrance to your garden with Scabiosa Atropurpurea ‘Fata Morgana’, a stunning apricot yellow and blush pink flowering annual that self-sows for future blooms. These 80+ seeds will grow tall, up to 36 inches, providing a beautiful vertical element with their pincushion-shaped flowers on strong stems. This fast-growing annual matures within 90-100 days and blooms from June to September, offering a long-lasting, vibrant display.
Scabiosa thrives in zones 3-8 and performs well in both full sun and partial sun. This easy-to-grow flower is deer-resistant and attracts a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for wildlife gardens. Its extended blooming season makes it perfect for cut flower arrangements and garden displays.
Ideal for cutting gardens, container gardening, and borders, Scabiosa Apricot Yellow is also drought-resistant once established. Deadheading encourages continued blooming throughout the season, while the plant’s self-sowing nature allows it to return year after year without needing replanting. These fragrant flowers blend seamlessly with a variety of colors, creating stunning displays that bring life and contrast to your garden.
Key Features
- Type of Plant: Annual Flower (Scabiosa Atropurpurea ‘Fata Morgana’)
- Condition: Fast-growing, self-sowing annual
- Mature Size: Grows up to 36 inches tall
- Growing Conditions: Thrives in full or partial sun, matures in 90-100 days
- Zone Growing: USDA Zones 3-8
- Soil Type: Prefers well-drained soil
- Sunlight Exposure: Full sun to partial sun
- Expected Planting Period: Blooms from June to September
Benefits
- Deer & Drought Resistant: This annual is highly resistant to deer and thrives in drought conditions once established.
- Long-Lasting Blooms: Enjoy a vibrant display from June to September with regular deadheading.
- Fragrant Flowers: The blossoms are sweetly fragrant, making them perfect for cut arrangements and pollinator gardens.
- Pollinator Attraction: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds, contributing to a healthy garden ecosystem.
- Self-Sowing: Allow the plant to self-seed at the end of the season for future blooms without replanting.
Special Features
- Color: Beautiful apricot yellow and blush pink pincushion-shaped flowers
- Height: Reaches up to 36 inches tall, adding vertical interest to your garden
- Fragrant: Offers a delightful fragrance that enhances garden enjoyment and floral arrangements
- Cut Flower Potential: Long stems and unique texture make this flower perfect for fresh-cut bouquets
- Low Maintenance: Deadheading encourages blooming, while self-sowing ensures future growth
FAQs
Q1: Can Scabiosa Apricot Yellow be grown indoors?
A1: Yes, you can start Scabiosa seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant them outside once the risk of frost has passed.
Q2: How much sun does Scabiosa need?
A2: Scabiosa thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial sun, especially in warmer climates.
Q3: Is Scabiosa deer-resistant?
A3: Yes, Scabiosa is deer-resistant, making it an excellent choice for areas where deer may be a problem.
Q4: How long does Scabiosa bloom?
A4: Scabiosa blooms from June to September, with deadheading helping to extend the blooming season.
Q5: Does Scabiosa self-sow?
A5: Yes, Scabiosa will self-seed at the end of the season, ensuring future blooms without needing to replant.
Add vibrant color, fragrance, and wildlife attraction to your garden with Scabiosa Apricot Yellow. These 80+ seeds offer deer-resistant, self-sowing flowers that bloom throughout the summer, adding unique pincushion-shaped blooms to your landscape. With their fragrance and pollinator-friendly nature, these fast-growing annuals are ideal for cut flower arrangements and low-maintenance gardens. Order now to enjoy the beauty and ease of Scabiosa Apricot Yellow in your garden!
Janene –
The seeds look fresh and they were packaged with care and came with good instructions!
Maureen –
Growing nicely. Can’t wait to see flowers.
tracy snar –
nice letter with seeds/nicely packaged
tracy snar –
nice letter with seeds/nicely packaged