Scabiosa atropurpurea QIS® Black Purple – the elegant dark purple summer bloom

Scabiosa atropurpurea QIS® Black Purple, also known as Black Pigeon or Black Purple Scabiosa, is a beautiful, prolific summer bloomer that adds a luxurious and striking look to gardens, borders, and pots. The plant is known for its intense dark purple flowers that create a dramatic contrast with the fresh green foliage. With a long flowering period and compact, robust growth, this cultivar is ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners looking to create a striking accent in their garden.

Characteristics of Scabiosa atropurpurea QIS® Black Purple

Scabiosa atropurpurea belongs to the doveweed family (Caprifoliaceae) and the QIS® Black Purple cultivar is distinguished by:

• Dark purple flowers with an elegant, almost black heart

• Compact and sturdy growth of 30–40 cm high

• Flowering period: from June to October for a long-lasting colour show

• Leaf: fresh green, decorative and slightly feathery

• Location: sun-loving, well-drained soil

These properties make Scabiosa QIS® Black Purple extremely suitable for borders, rock gardens, pots and as a cut flower.

Benefits of Scabiosa QIS® Black Purple

This cultivar offers several advantages for garden enthusiasts:

1. Long flowering period – months of color and ornamental value in the garden

2. Compact and easy to maintain – ideal for small gardens and containers

3. Attractive to pollinators – attracts bees and butterflies

4. Dramatic colour – dark purple flowers create a luxurious accent in borders or containers

5. Cut flower – suitable for bouquets and flower arrangements

These properties make Scabiosa QIS® Black Purple a real eye-catcher and a practical choice for gardens that combine style and sustainability.

Location and care

Scabiosa QIS® Black Purple grows best in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Some care tips:

• Sunlight: full sun for optimal flowering and color intensity

• Soil: well-drained, slightly nutritious; avoid wet feet

• Watering: regularly during dry periods, but do not overwater.

• Nutrition: Light fertilization during the growing season encourages longer flowering.

• Maintenance: Removing faded flowers prolongs flowering.

This simple care will ensure that the plant continues to flower constantly and profusely throughout the summer and early autumn.

Application in the garden

Scabiosa QIS® Black Purple is versatile and can be used in various ways:

• Borders – creates an elegant dark accent in a summer border

• Pots and containers – ideal for patios and balconies

• Rock gardens – adds colour and texture to stony or Mediterranean borders

• Combinations – beautiful to combine with white, pink or lilac summer bloomers such as Lavatera, Verbena or Salvia

Thanks to its compact growth and dramatic flower colour, this cultivar is a striking eye-catcher in almost any garden.