Scabiosa columbaria

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Pincushion Flower

Pincushion flower is highly valued by gardeners: it's compact and produces more flowers than most scabiosas. A multitude of lacy little petals of soft blue form 2" flower heads resembling pincushions. Mounds of attractive lobed leaves are covered with hundreds of these long-lasting flowers. 'Butterfly Blue' and 'Pink Mist' are two selections our experts recommend. A perennial with profuse, long-lasting flowers

Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Mounded
Exposure:
Full Sun
Bloom Time:
May - June
July - August
Bloom Color:
Blue
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Butterflies
Plant Type:
Perennial
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 10