{"product_id":"scabiosa-summer-nights","title":"Summer Nights Pincushion Flower","description":"\u003cp\u003eSummer Nights Pincushion Flower (\u003cem\u003eScabiosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Summer Nights') is a dramatically dark and sophisticated perennial that makes a bold statement in the summer border with deep, wine-red flowerheads studded with distinctive white pin-like stamens — a striking, high-contrast combination that creates a sense of nocturnal mystery and jewel-toned depth unlike any other pincushion flower variety. The moody, deep-toned blooms on slender, graceful stems bring a unique dark elegance to mixed border plantings, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens where rich, unusual color creates the most memorable and distinctive seasonal displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown from professional-grade nursery stock, Summer Nights Pincushion Flower arrives with a healthy, well-established root system ready to establish quickly and produce its distinctive dark blooms throughout the summer season. The extraordinary combination of deep wine-red petals and contrasting white pin-like stamens creates an almost jewel-like quality that is especially effective in evening garden settings and pairs dramatically with silver foliage, soft lavenders, and creamy whites in mixed seasonal designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDramatic Wine-Red \u0026amp; White Pin Studded Blooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, wine-red flowerheads dramatically studded with distinctive white pin-like stamens create a striking high-contrast combination with a nocturnal, jewel-toned quality — one of the most distinctive and sophisticated pincushion flower varieties available for the summer border and cutting garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique Dark Sophistication:\u003c\/strong\u003e The moody, deeply saturated wine-red tone brings a rare dark elegance and sophistication to the summer border — pairing dramatically with silver-leafed plants, soft lavenders, and creamy whites for some of the most refined and memorable mixed planting combinations of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding Cut Flower:\u003c\/strong\u003e The long, slender stems and dramatic, long-lasting dark flowerheads make Summer Nights an exceptional cut flower, bringing rich jewel tones and nocturnal elegance to fresh bouquets and arrangements throughout the summer season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProlific Pollinator Magnet:\u003c\/strong\u003e The intricate, nectar-rich flowerheads are highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators throughout the long summer bloom season, adding significant ecological value to its extraordinary ornamental appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Grade Root System:\u003c\/strong\u003e This plant arrives with a healthy, well-developed root system that establishes quickly and delivers reliable, prolific bloom production throughout the summer season and returns dependably each spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 4\" healthy live plant thrives in full sun with moderate water and excellent drainage — like all Scabiosa, Summer Nights performs best in lean to average, well-drained garden conditions and does not tolerate consistently wet or waterlogged soils. A cold-hardy perennial suited to USDA Hardiness Zones 4–9. Mature height reaches 18–24 inches with a spread of 18–24 inches. Primary bloom time runs from early summer through fall (June–September). Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous bloom production and extend the flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planted Places","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48263854358742,"sku":"2SCASMN4","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/2496\/8075\/files\/SCABIOSA_Summer_Nights.png?v=1778854495","url":"https:\/\/www.plantedplaces.com\/products\/scabiosa-summer-nights","provider":"Planted Places","version":"1.0","type":"link"}