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Five white flowers with green stems on a solid background
Five white flowers with green stems on a solid background

Fata Morgana Scabiosa

$499
  • Soft apricot-peach blooms with pink undertones
  • Long stems and excellent vase life for cut flower production
  • Fragrant, pollinator-friendly, and easy to grow
  • Perfect for wedding work and market bouquets
  • Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil
  • Annual reaching up to 35” tall; blooms July–October

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Description

Fata Morgana Scabiosa (Scabiosa atropurpurea) is a romantic and elegant annual featuring creamy apricot-peach blooms with soft pink undertones. Known for its long, wiry stems and full, pincushion-style blooms, this variety brings warmth and sophistication to floral designs.


Highly sought after by cut flower growers and florists, Fata Morgana offers exceptional stem length, long vase life, and continuous blooms from summer through fall. Its delicate fragrance and pollinator-friendly nature make it as charming in the garden as it is in the vase.

Growing Information

Fata Morgana Scabiosa Planting Information

Scientific Name: Scabiosa atropurpurea

Common Name: Pincushion Flower

Variety: Fata Morgana

Plant Type: Annual

Family: Caprifoliaceae

Color: Creamy Apricot-Peach with Pink Undertones

Height (in.): 35 (90 cm)

Height Category: Tall

Blooming Season: July–October

USDA Hardiness Zone(s): Annual

Seed & Germination Details

  • Days to Germinate: 7–14 days
  • Germination Temperature: 65–70°F
  • Planting Depth: 1/8"; lightly cover with vermiculite; needs light to germinate
  • Transplant: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost;
    transplant outdoors after frost risk has passed
  • Spacing: 9–12 inches apart
  • Days to Flower: 90–100 days from sowing
  • Sun Requirement: Full Sun
  • Moisture: Moderate; prefers fertile, well-drained soil
Additional Information

Harvesting Tips

For Fresh Arrangements:

  • Harvest when outer florets begin to open for longest vase life.
  • Flowers last up to 10 days in water with proper conditioning.

For Dried Arrangements:

  • Cut blooms just before fully open and hang in a cool, dark, airy space.
  • Retains soft peachy color when dried at the correct stage.

Notes:

  • Beloved by florists for weddings, market bouquets, and romantic color palettes.
  • Continuous blooms with regular deadheading.
  • Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
  • Excellent for southern growers — heat-tolerant and reliable.
  • Pairs beautifully with soft whites, blushes, and silvery foliage in arrangements.