Scabiosa - Fire King
Scabiosa - Fire King
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Bold and brilliant, Scabiosa ‘Fire King’ blazes with vivid scarlet-red blooms perched on slender, dancing stems. The classic pincushion shape and intense colour bring a punch of energy to garden beds and floral arrangements, while the airy habit adds movement and texture. Loved by pollinators and cut flower growers alike, this variety is a vibrant addition to any cutting garden, perfect for adding contrast and fiery flair.
Best for: Bright mixed bouquets, cottage-style borders, pollinator gardens, and eye-catching summer arrangements.
Approx 30 seeds per packet
Growing Information
| Season | Flowers from early summer through early autumn – typically December to March, depending on sowing time and climate. |
| Type | Focal Co-Star |
| Blooms | Cut and Come Again |
| Edible | No |
| Spacing | Space 25–30cm apart for airflow and branching. |
| Days to Germination | 10-12 days |
| Days to Maturity | 90-100 days |
| Sowing Tips |
Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow in spring after frost has passed. Barely cover as light aids germination. Transplant once seedlings are strong and soil has warmed. Pinching is optional but can encourage more branching. |
| Growing Tips |
Prefers full sun and free-draining soil. Regular harvesting will encourage continuous bloom. Remove spent blooms to prevent self-seeding if not desired. Harvest when flowers are fully coloured and have opened slightly for best vase life. Excellent vase life and long, elegant stems. |
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