Scabiosa columbaria 'Vivid Violet'

Pincushion Flower

PP19260

Scabiosa columbaria 'Vivid Violet' - Pincushion flower from Moose Crossing Garden Center

  • Large, bright violet flowers
  • Mound of frilly gray-green leaves
  • Blooms mid-summer-fall
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Mass Planting
Mass Planting
Full Sun
Full Sun
Spring
Spring
Summer
Summer
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Butterflies



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Grows best in average, medium moisture, well drained soil and full sun Tolerates partial shade in hot summer climates, Protect from winter wet Deadheading extends blooming period Cut back in the fall before winter


Height: 10-15 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Spacing: 18 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Violet
Zone: 4-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Border or Bed
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Mass Planting

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer
  • Spring
  • Fall

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained