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First-year flowering perennial.Elegant 2 1/2–3 1/2" blooms with long, clean, wiry stems and good vase life. Perfect for cutting. Seed pods can be used to add whimsy and interest to mixed bouquets. Produces all summer long. Also known as sweet scabious, Caucasian pincushion flower, and perennial Scabiosa.
Key Attributes
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Light Requirement Full Sun ![]()
Mature Spread 10 - 12 IN ![]()
Zone 5 - 9
Light Requirement 
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Mature Height 12 - 14 IN ![]()
Bloom Season Summer
Mature Height 
How to Sow and Plant
- Choose a location in full sun with loose, well-drained organic soil. Scabiosa can take an alkaline soil but is generally tolerant of most well-drained soil.
- Prepare the bed by turning the soil under to a depth of 6-12 inches removing any debris, and lightly raking as level as possible.
- The addition of organic matter (leaf mold, compost, well-rotted manure) benefits all gardens and is essential in recently constructed neighborhoods.
- Plant on a cloudy day or in late afternoon to reduce transplant shock.
- Dig a hole for each plant large enough to amply accommodate the root ball.
- Unpot the plant and gently loosen the root ball with your hands to encourage good root growth.
- Place the top of the root ball even with the level of the surrounding soil. Fill with soil to the top of the root ball. Press soil down firmly with your hand.
- Use the plant tag as a location marker.
- Thoroughly water and apply a light mulch layer on top of the soil (1-2 inches) to conserve water and reduce weeds.
FAQs
Q:Can I grow scabiosa in containers?
A:Yes, some smaller varieties are recommended for containers.
Q:Is scabiosa a good pollinator plant?
A:Yes, scabiosa is very attractive to butterflies.
Q:Is scabiosa deer resistant?
A:Yes, it does tend to be deer resistant.
Q:Is scabiosa good for cutting?
A:Yes they make great cut flowers, and the seed pods are interesting in dried arrangements.
Q:When should I divide my scabiosa?
A:We recommend every three to four years in spring.
Tips
- Recommended for the middle of the border, and scabiosa makes great cut flowers
- Shorter varieties are fine for containers.
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