Description:
These prolific plants bloom early and heavy, and continue on a lesser degree
if the spent flowers are cut. The flowers are long stemmed. The
foliage is neat, forming a low mound of decorative leaves. Divide clump in
spring every few years to rejuvenate the plant.
|
| Common Name: |
Pincushion Flower |
| Botanical
Name: |
Scabiosa |
| Type: |
Perennial |
| Soil
Preference: |
Prefers a well-drained,
alkaline soil. Can tolerate some drought and will grow in dry to moist
soils. |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full Sun to light shade |
| Attributes: |
Attracts birds & butterflies,
Deer resistant, Extended bloom season; Provides a source of nectar for bees
and butterflies. |
| Pests: |
Spider mites, slugs, vine weevil |
| Diseases: |
Stem rot, mildew, leaf spot, anthracnose. |
| Good Companion
Plants: |
Bellflower,
Daylily, Hardy
Geranium, Lady's Mantle,
Pinks |
| Care: |
Divide clump in spring every few years to
rejuvenate the plant. In spring, cut back to basal foliage.
Dead-head spent flowers after blooming. Will not tolerate hot & humid
conditions. Planting Instructions:
Perennials |
| Varieties: |
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Scabiosa columbaria 'Baby Blue'
Pincushion Flower
zones 5-9
|
| Description:
The rosettes of gray green leaves throw up masses of small pincushion
flowers through summer. A dwarf, prolific bloomer. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
June-September |
| Foliage Color: |
Gray-Green |
| Height: |
10" |
| Spread: |
|
|
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Scabiosa 'Blue Diamonds'
Pincushion Flower
zones 4-9
|
| Description:
An ultra dwarf Scabiosa that stands only 6 inches tall! Its
small size lends itself well to container plantings. Lilac-blue,
pincushion-like flowers are produced non-stop all summer long. This new
selection is touted as being better than other Scabiosa hybrids. Shown
planted with Bleeding Heart. |
| Bloom Color: |
Lilac blue |
| Bloom Time: |
Spring to frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
6" |
| Spread: |
4" |
|
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|
Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue'
Pincushion Flower
zones 5-9
|
| Description:
2000 Perennial Plant of the Year! It has beautiful pastel
blue flowers with overlapping, ruffled petals and pincushion-like centers,
excellent for cutting. They bloom from spring until frost and a plant
in a protected spot even blooms during warm spells in winter. The
foliage is dense at the base, sparse above. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
Spring to frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
8-15" |
| Spread: |
12-24" |
|
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Scabiosa caucasica 'Perfecta Alba'
White Pincushion Flower
zones 5-9
|
| Description:
Large pure white flowers bloom from June to September. |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Time: |
June-September |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
18-24" |
| Spread: |
12-18" |
|
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|
Scabiosa 'Pincushion Pink'
Pincushion Flower
zones 3-9
|
| Description:
This dwarf scabiosa produces soft pink, pincushion-like
flowers over a long period beginning in early summer. Plant it near the
patio or in a container where you can enjoy the profusion of butterflies it
will attract. |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Spring to Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
10" |
| Spread: |
6-8" |
|
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Scabiosa 'Pink Lemonade'
Pincushion Flower
zones
|
| Description:
The first ever variegated scabiosa! Its green leaves have
irregular yellow margins and form short, compact clumps. This sport of
'Butterfly Blue' has similarly shaped flowers but they are smaller,
fragrant, and pink. Its diminutive stature makes this selection perfect for
growing in containers or small gardens. |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Spring to frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Variegated green & yellow |
| Height: |
8-12" |
| Spread: |
8" |
|
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Scabiosa columbaria 'Pink Mist'
Pincushion Flower
zones 5-9
|
| Description:
Is a lilac pink form of this champion bloomer. This variety will
tolerate partial shade. |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Spring to Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
18-24" |
| Spread: |
15" |
|
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Scabiosa caucasica 'Ultra Violet'
Pincushion Flower
zones 4-9
|
| Description:
An everblooming, dark electric violet Scabiosa that is perfect for the
border or as a cut flower. A butterfly magnet. Thank
you to Terra Nova Nurseries
for use of this image. |
| Bloom Color: |
Dark blue |
| Bloom Time: |
Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
8" |
| Spread: |
18" |
