HOOP Scoop Strawberry Scabiosa is a vibrant summer bloomer that transforms gardens with its distinctive deep red-burgundy flowers held high on 30 to 36-inch stems. This cultivar of Scabiosa atropurpurea earns its name from the rich, strawberry-like coloring of its pincushion blooms, which appear reliably from June through November in full sun. Deer leave it untouched, and butterflies and other pollinators are drawn to its nectar-rich flowers, making it both a low-maintenance and ecologically generous choice for borders and cutting gardens.
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Full Sun
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36in H x 18in W
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The strawberry-colored blooms are darker and more saturated than typical scabiosa varieties, creating an almost jewel-like quality in the garden. This cultivar stretches to mature heights of 30 to 36 inches, giving it a commanding presence in mixed borders and providing excellent cut flowers that last for weeks in water. Its long season, blooming from early summer into late fall, means color and pollinator activity continue even as other flowers fade.
HOOP Scoop Strawberry Scabiosa excels as a cutting flower, with long stems and extended vase life making it a reliable choice for fresh arrangements. In the garden, it serves as a focal point in cottage-style borders and mixed beds, where its height and deep coloring create visual structure and depth.
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Cut flowers in the early morning when the pincushion blooms are fully open but still firm. Harvest by cutting stems low on the plant, leaving foliage intact to support continued flowering. Stems last several weeks in a vase with fresh water.
Deadhead spent flower heads regularly to extend bloom time and encourage the plant to produce more flowers throughout the season.
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