{"title":"Scabiosa","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"scabiosa-stellata-2104","title":"Scabiosa Stellata Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003ePopular with florists, pretty pincushion flowers mature into a ball shaped seedhead that can be dried and saved. Scatter on top of soil, or barely cover as light is required to germinate. 10-20 days. Growth to 70cm. Full sun. Annual. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScabiosa stellata\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot Available for WA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649656279258,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/F_Scabiosa_Starflower_b9cf2c09-e26f-4f71-a013-792913aa7773.jpg?v=1754016856"},{"product_id":"scabiosa-grandiflora-2188","title":"Scabiosa Grandiflora Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabiosa atropurpurea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrandiflora Mixed is a beautiful tall Pincushion Flower producing masses of intricate, softly ruffled blooms in shades of purple, pink, peach, white and deep burgundy. Growing on slender stems reaching up to approximately 90 cm, the flowers bring height, movement and colour to cottage gardens, borders and dedicated cutting gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA favourite with florists, Scabiosa produces excellent cut flowers with long, strong stems and a good vase life. The unusual pincushion-shaped blooms are also highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. Plants flower over a long period, particularly when blooms are picked regularly or spent flowers are removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow maintenance and easy to grow, Grandiflora Mixed performs best in full sun and well-drained soil and can be sown from autumn through spring in suitable climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 270 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 50 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring, or autumn where winters are mild\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly where plants are to grow or raise in trays. Scatter seed over prepared soil and rake or press gently into the surface. Do not bury deeply, as light assists germination. Keep moist during germination and establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin or transplant seedlings to approximately 25–30 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Regular picking or deadheading encourages continued flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375924007130,"sku":"prefix_681c1f73e668f6.75404586","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":46375924039898,"sku":"prefix_681c1f73e66942.15324145","price":6.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/scabiosa_grandiflora_tall.png?v=1771384771"},{"product_id":"scabiosa-starflower-seeds","title":"Scabiosa Starflower Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScabiosa stellata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarflower, also known as Drumsticks, is an unusual annual Scabiosa prized as much for its extraordinary seed heads as its delicate pincushion flowers. The soft blooms mature into distinctive spherical, papery seed heads with a beautifully geometric, honeycomb-like appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing to approximately 70 cm tall, Starflower is a favourite with florists and flower growers. The long stems are excellent for cutting, while the decorative seed heads can be harvested and dried for everlasting arrangements, wreaths and other floral work. Flowers left in the garden are also attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and best in full sun, plants prefer well-drained soil and regular moisture while establishing. Harvest seed heads once they are fully formed and beginning to dry if growing for floral use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 30 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 30 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring, or autumn where winters are mild\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly where plants are to grow or raise in trays. Scatter seed onto the surface of moist soil or seed-raising mix and press gently into place. Barely cover, as light is required for germination. Germination generally takes approximately 10–20 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransplant or thin seedlings to approximately 25–30 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot available for WA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds ","offers":[{"title":"packet","offer_id":46845605019866,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/F_Scabiosa_Star.jpg?v=1770860828"},{"product_id":"zinnia-scabiosa-flowered-mix-seeds","title":"Zinnia Scabiosa Flowered Mix Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZinnia elegans\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScabiosa Flowered Mix is an unusual and eye-catching Zinnia producing distinctive double blooms with raised, pincushion-like centres reminiscent of Scabiosa flowers. The mixture offers a rich range of colours from deep carmine and scarlet through soft pink, apricot and cream, with the intricate flower form adding wonderful texture to summer plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing approximately 60–75 cm tall, the branching plants flower prolifically throughout the warmer months. The strong stems and unusual blooms make an excellent cut flower and add beautiful shape and interest to bouquets and floral arrangements. Regular picking encourages further branching and a continuous supply of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe abundant blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. Fast growing and easy to grow, Zinnias thrive in warm weather and full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. 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