Scabiosa, also known as the pincushion flower, can be propagated by seed, division, or stem cuttings.
Seed propagation
Save seeds: Many varieties of scabiosa produce seeds that can be saved and sown in autumn or spring.
Sow seeds: Sow seeds in a well-draining mix with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Space seeds 9–15 inches apart and cover with a thin layer of soil.
Provide ideal conditions: Maintain a temperature of 65–70°F (18–21°C) and provide bright, indirect light.
Transplant seedlings: Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost.
Division propagation
Divide the plant: In early spring, gently pull the plant from the ground and use a sharp knife to cut the plant into clumps.
Replant: Replant the clumps further apart in an environment similar to where the parent plant grew.
Water: Water frequently and gently until the plant is established.
Stem cutting propagation
Take cuttings: In late summer, take stem cuttings from healthy, strong basal shoots.
Prepare the cuttings: Trim the top of the cutting and put it in a plastic bag to prevent drying out. Plant the cuttings: Plant the cuttings in a pot of well-draining cutting compost or in a cold frame.