Scabiosa columbaria ‘Butterfly Blue’ (Pincushion Flower)

Frilly lavender blue blooms over cut gray green foliage. Height 12-18″.

 

Frilly lavender blue blooms over cut gray green foliage. Height 12-18".

Scabiosa attracts bees and butterflies to the garden. Prefers average, medium moisture well drained soil. Drought tolerant when established. Intolerant of wet soils especially in the winter. Deadhead to promote new blooms. Deer resistant.

Perennial Plant of the Year 2000.

  • USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 4-8
  • Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Bloom Time(s): May-October