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Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Black Cat' | Black Cat Pincushion Flower

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DESCRIPTION
Scabiosa atropurpurea ‘Black Cat’ develops airy clumps of finely divided green foliage that form a soft, lacy base through the growing season. From early summer into early fall, slender stems carry rounded pincushion flowers in deep burgundy to near black tones, with small pale pink stamens throughout, giving the blooms a layered, velvety appearance.

The species originates from the Mediterranean region, where it has long been cultivated in ornamental and cutting gardens. In garden settings, ‘Black Cat’ is valued for borders, cottage plantings, and pollinator friendly beds, where its dark blossoms and open structure weave easily among perennials and provide long lasting cut flowers.

DESCRIPTION
Scabiosa atropurpurea ‘Black Cat’ develops airy clumps of finely divided green foliage that form a soft, lacy base through the growing season. From early summer into early fall, slender stems carry rounded pincushion flowers in deep burgundy to near black tones, with small pale pink stamens throughout, giving the blooms a layered, velvety appearance.

The species originates from the Mediterranean region, where it has long been cultivated in ornamental and cutting gardens. In garden settings, ‘Black Cat’ is valued for borders, cottage plantings, and pollinator friendly beds, where its dark blossoms and open structure weave easily among perennials and provide long lasting cut flowers.

 

  • Family: Caprifoliaceae
    Height: 24 to 36 inches
    Width: 12 to 18 inches
    Foliage color: Gray green finely divided foliage forming a loose clump
    Flower color: Deep burgundy to nearly black pincushion flowers with contrasting pale pink stamens
    Bloom time: Early summer to fall
    Light requirements: Full sun
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low; deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering and prevent excessive self seeding
    Growing zone: USDA zones 9 to 11 grown as an annual in cooler climates
    Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees butterflies and other pollinators

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