Scabiosa 'Drumstick'

A plant grown not for its flowers but for what comes after. Drumstick produces modest blooms that give way to extraordinary spherical, papery globes — perfect geometric spheres on stiff, sturdy stems that look like paper moons and stand tall in the border well into autumn.

One of the most sought-after elements in dried flower arranging, and a world-class architectural focal point in any late-season border. Harvest the stems as the flowers fade for the best globe formation.

• Scabiosa stellata 'Drumstick' — Hardy Annual (H4)
• Height: 60–75cm | Harvest: July–September
• Sow indoors March–April or direct May–June
• Full sun; well-drained soil
• Harvest as flowers fade for best globe formation
• Outstanding for drying — holds form and colour beautifully

Grow it alongside Nigella seed heads and Poppy pods for a dried arrangement that captures the full beauty of the cottage garden in winter.