Scabious 'Black Knight' organic

'Black Knight' scabious (Scabiosa atropurpurea), offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol

The 'Black Knight' scabious is a striking variety, renowned for its almost black, deep purple flowers that bring dramatic elegance to the garden. Borne on long, slender stems, the flowers bloom continuously throughout the summer , creating a remarkable contrast with lighter foliage and brighter blooms. Highly floriferous, this scabious strongly attracts pollinators , especially bees and butterflies.

Prized both in the garden and in bouquets, 'Black Knight' is an excellent cut flower , refined and long-lasting in a vase. Its airy habit and deep color make it a choice variety for naturalistic borders , flowerbeds , and pollinator gardens . Easy to grow, it rewards gardeners with continuous blooms until the first frosts.

Type: Annual flower
Plant habit: Upright, slender
Plant height: Approximately 75 to 90 cm
Spread: Approximately 30 to 45 cm
Quantity per packet: Approximately 60 seeds
Maturity: Approximately 95 days
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Latin name: Scabiosa atropurpurea
Companion plants: Cosmos, yarrow, zinnia, rudbeckia, ornamental grasses
Incompatible plants: No notable incompatibilities

Farming method

The 'Black Knight' scabious can be sown indoors about 6 weeks before the last frost , then transplanted outdoors once all risk of frost has passed, or sown directly in the garden when the soil has warmed up. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil , even moderately fertile soil.

For prolonged flowering, successive sowings can be done every 2 to 4 weeks . Space the plants approximately 30 to 45 cm apart to allow for good air circulation. Water at the base of the plant and avoid overwatering. The plant is sensitive to frost and will not survive the first hard frosts.

Regularly removing faded flowers stimulates the continuous production of new flowers throughout the season.

Uses and benefits

The 'Black Knight' scabious is ideal for creating elegant flowerbeds , pollinator gardens , and sophisticated bouquets . Its deep, dark color adds contrast and character to floral arrangements, both in the garden and in vases.

Growing 'Black Knight' means choosing an original, bee-friendly and easy-to-grow variety that adds mystery, refinement and biodiversity to the garden all summer long.