Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue'

Pincushion Flower


Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

  • 2000 Perennial Plant of the Year
  • Lavender pincushion flowers
  • Deeply cut, fuzzy foliage
Award Winning
Award Winning
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Garden
Garden
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Full Sun
Full Sun
Summer
Summer



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Scabiosa grows best in average soil and full sun.  Good drainage is essential for the health of the plants.  Deadheading will promote a longer blooming period.  In the fall, cut back any flowering stems to help the plants prepare for winter.


Height: 12-15 in
Spacing: 18 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Lavender
Zone: 4-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Border or Bed
  • Award Winning
  • Rock Garden
  • Container
  • Garden
  • Summer Bloomer

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Mounding

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Dry Soil
  • Average Water