{"product_id":"white-nite-procut-sunflower-seeds-copy","title":"Black Knight Scabiosa Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Knight Scabiosa Seeds (25 Seeds)\u003cbr\u003e(Scabiosa atropurpurea)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScabiosa atropurpurea ‘Black Knight’ (pincushion flower) is a striking, long‑blooming annual or short‑lived perennial valued for its deep, near‑black to dark‑maroon flower heads that sit atop slender stems and attract pollinators. Native to the Mediterranean region, it’s widely grown in cottage borders, cutting gardens, and mixed containers for dramatic color and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant ‘Black Knight’ in full sun for the best, longest bloom; it will tolerate light afternoon shade but flowers more sparingly in shade. It prefers well‑drained soil from sandy to loamy with average fertility—avoid heavy, waterlogged soils. Incorporate a little compost into poor soils but avoid heavy feeding that can reduce flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds germinate with light, so surface‑sow or press seeds lightly into a fine, moist seed mix rather than burying deeply. Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost for an earlier crop or direct‑sow after danger of frost; germination typically occurs in 7–21 days. A short cold period can improve uniformity, but stratification is not usually required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature plants commonly reach about 12–24 inches (30–60 cm) tall with a spread of 8–12 inches (20–30 cm); space plants roughly 10–12 inches apart to allow airflow and room for stems. Scabiosa ‘Black Knight’ is excellent as a cut flower with good vase life and also presses and dries reasonably well for crafts. It attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, making it a versatile, pollinator‑friendly choice for borders and bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53100653052209,"sku":"14-03-11","price":4.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/9979\/3457\/files\/CopyofUntitled_InstagramPost_45_59.png?v=1773114160","url":"https:\/\/zillsygarden.com\/products\/white-nite-procut-sunflower-seeds-copy","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}