Scabiosa Black Knight – Mysterious Beauty with a Gothic Edge 🌑🖤

Step into the darker side of elegance with Scabiosa Black Knight—a dramatic, high-impact perennial boasting intensely deep maroon to near-black blooms, dusted with whitish-pink stamens like stars against a night sky. This early and long-blooming variety brings depth and mystery to any garden or bouquet.

With its tall, strong stems, mildly sweet fragrance, and excellent vase life, Black Knight is a cut flower staple and pollinator magnet. It’s perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of bold sophistication to their garden palette—from cottage charmers to moody modern displays.

🖤 Why Black Knight Captivates:

• Rich, near-black blooms – Velvety deep maroon petals with speckled stamens

• Tall, elegant stems – Ideal for striking bouquets and centrepieces

• Mildly fragrant – Sweet scent adds to its allure

• Long blooming season – Flowers from late spring to early autumn

• Pollinator favourite – Loved by bees and butterflies alike

• Versatile in the garden – Great for borders, backdrops, and cutting beds

• Strong vase life – Cut in bud for up to 7 days of floral drama

• Thrives in most soils – Prefers well-drained, evenly moist conditions

• Neat and upright – A little staking or netting keeps it pristine

🌱 Growing Made Simple:

• Plant type: Perennial

• Scientific name: Scabiosa atropurpurea

• Sowing time: Spring

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Sow depth: 1mm

• Spacing: 20–30cm

• Germination: 10–14 days (can be tricky—don’t rush it!)

• Days to harvest: ~90 days