Beaujolais Bonnets Scabiosa Seeds

Scabiosa atropurpurea ‘Beaujolais Bonnets’ Seeds (25 Seeds)

‘Beaujolais Bonnets’ scabiosa offers a rich, wine-colored delight for the garden, with petals in deep purples and garnet hues that seem to shimmer in the sunlight. Each bloom perches atop slender, elegant stems, opening like tiny velvet pincushions that sway in the breeze. Pollinators, especially butterflies, are drawn to their intricate centers, making your garden feel alive with gentle movement and quiet magic.

Growing from Seed

Scabiosa atropurpurea is a charming annual that thrives when given a sunny spot and well-drained soil.

Sowing Indoors:

Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost.

Sow seeds lightly on the surface; cover with a thin layer of soil (¼ inch).

Keep evenly moist; germination usually takes 10–14 days.

Direct Sowing Outdoors:

Sow after the danger of frost has passed in full sun.

Space plants 10–12 inches apart to allow their airy habit to flourish.

Prefers light, well-drained soil and moderate watering.

Care:

Height at maturity: 18–24 inches.

Bloom period: Summer through early fall.

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming or allow some seed heads to self-sow for the following season.

Notes & Folklore

Scabiosa, often called “pincushion flower,” has long been a symbol of love, purity, and remembrance. The deep, wine-toned blooms of ‘Beaujolais Bonnets’ are said to invite introspection and quiet joy, lending a touch of elegance and intimacy to garden corners. Each flower is a gentle reminder that beauty thrives even in the smallest, most shadowed spaces.