Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Black Knight'

Also Known As

Black Knight Sweet Scabious
Blackamoor's Beauty
Mournful Widow
Pincushion Flower
Sweet Scabious

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 36"
W: 18"

planting zones

1-12

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Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Black Knight' plant details

Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Black Knight' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Black Knight'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 0 - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Black Knight'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beloved since the early 1600s in England, when it was called Blackamoor's Beauty and Mournful Widow. The sumptuous dark maroon flowers resemble a dark satin pincushion studded with white-tipped pins. Honey-scented flowers attract bees and butterflies.