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Fama White Scabiosa Seed
Best reliable seeds for elegant cut flower gardens.
Elegant, first-year flowering perennial with 2½–3½" blooms on long, clean stems. Fama White Scabiosa offers excellent vase life, making it perfect for cutting. The seed pods add a whimsical touch to mixed bouquets. This variety produces flowers all summer long and is also known as sweet scabious, Caucasian pincushion flower, and perennial Scabiosa. It thrives in containers and is suitable for Zones 3–7, typically surviving for about 3 years. It prefers sun to part shade and rich, well-drained soil.
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Latin Name
Scabiosa caucasica
/ Scabiosa caucasica
Who it's for
- Florists and home gardeners crafting beautiful bouquets
- Gardeners valuing classic aesthetics and supporting local ecosystems
- Growers prioritizing reliable germination and strong, healthy plant development
Who should skip it
- Gardeners desiring perennial plants for long-term, low-effort landscapes
- Homeowners with predominantly shaded garden areas or limited sunny spots
- Busy individuals seeking truly low-maintenance, hands-off flowering garden varieties
Performance breakdown
Floral Longevity
Exceptional vase life makes these stems a reliable choice for arrangements.
Bloom Consistency
Continuous summer production ensures a steady supply of elegant white blooms.
Container Adaptability
Compact enough to thrive in pots while maintaining impressive stem height.
Germination Reliability
Standard germination window requires careful temperature management for optimal success.
Design Versatility
Clean stems and whimsical seed pods offer dual-purpose utility for florists.
Hardiness Range
Best suited for cooler climates within the specified zone limitations.
Key Specs
Latin Name
Scabiosa caucasica
Days To Maturity
105 - 140 days
Life Cycle
Perennial
Hybrid Status
Open Pollinated
Plant Height
26–30"
Packet
50 seeds
Avg. seeds/oz
1,800
Days to Germination
10-12 days
Features
- Grows Well in Containers
- Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets
- First-year flowering perennial
- Long, clean stems and good vase life
- Seed pods add whimsy to bouquets
- Produces all summer long
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Fama White Scabiosa seeds for their exceptional reliability and the stunning quality of the resulting blooms. Gardeners frequently report high germination rates, leading to robust plants that produce an abundance of elegant white flowers. The ease of cultivation is a recurring highlight, making these seeds a favorite for both experienced growers and those new to cut flower gardening. The consistent performance and beautiful, long lasting blossoms underscore a deeply positive sentiment, affirming their status as a dependable choice for adding grace to any garden or floral arrangement.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is a first-year flowering perennial. You can expect blooms within 105 to 140 days after sowing.
Fama White Scabiosa is highly regarded for its excellent vase life. Its long, clean stems make it an ideal choice for fresh-cut arrangements.
Absolutely. These plants thrive in containers, provided you use rich, well-drained soil and ensure they receive adequate sun or part shade.
This variety is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 3–7. In these climates, the plant typically survives for about three years.
Don't discard the stems immediately. The remaining seed pods add a unique, whimsical texture to mixed bouquets and are a popular feature for floral designers.
For best results, keep the soil temperature between 65–70°F. You should see germination occur within 10 to 12 days.
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