Black Beauty scabiosa
Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Black Beauty'
USDA zones4 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Black Beauty' scabiosa (Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Black Beauty') is an annual for borders, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. Cool weather suits it, and it can take a light frost. This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the fragrant blooms, which make a dramatic bouquet. Deer tend to browse other plants first.
Pairs well with Apricotta cosmos, Flamingo Feather celosia, Forever Susan lily, and Paris coral bells.