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Fata Morgana
FlowerScabiosa atropurpurea
- Full sun
- Zones 4–11
- 90 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 12" spacing
- High water
- Annual
Overview
Fata Morgana produces 1 1/2-2 1/2", soft creamy apricot blooms atop tall, strong, and slender stems. The color adds a vintage look to mixed bouquets. In the garden, it serves as an attractant for bees and butterflies. Also known as mourning bride.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained soil, adaptable to various soil types. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common diseases: Powdery mildew, gray mold (Botrytis).