Product Description

Overview

Red Pincushion Flower Planting Seeds grow into charming, airy plants known for their uniquely shaped button-like blooms in rich shades of red. Commonly called Scabiosa, Pincushion Flowers are prized for their long blooming season, delicate fragrance, and ability to attract butterflies and bees. Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, wildflower spaces, and cut-flower arrangements, these plants bring a graceful yet vibrant touch to your outdoor landscape.

Features

• Premium-quality, non-GMO Red Pincushion Flower Seeds

• Produces distinct pincushion-shaped red blooms

• Ideal for borders, pollinator gardens, and floral arrangements

• Long blooming season from late spring to autumn

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• Excellent germination and steady growth

• Low-maintenance and suitable for beginners

• Adds soft texture and vibrant color to any garden

Specifications

• Plant Type: Annual or short-lived perennial (varies by climate)

• Common Name: Pincushion Flower, Scabiosa

• Scientific Name: Scabiosa atropurpurea / Scabiosa caucasica (variety dependent)

• Variety: Red Flowering Type

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Heirloom: Yes

• Growth Season: Spring–summer

• USDA Zones: 4–10 (depending on species)

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Bloom Time: Early summer to autumn

• Plant Height: 18–30 inches

• Spacing: 10–12 inches

• Watering: Moderate; avoid waterlogged soil

Planting Guide

• Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow outdoors

• Seed Preparation: No special treatment required

• Sowing Depth: 0.5–1 cm deep

• Germination Time: 10–20 days

• Ideal Temperature: 18–22°C

• Transplanting: Move outdoors once seedlings are sturdy and frost-free