Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue'

Pincushion Flower

Plant Type: Perennial

FULL Sun

A profusion of lavender-blue flowers on wiry stems from April through October. A cool season perennial tolerating heat. Needs excellent soil drainage. [PPA-2000]

Height

12-18"

Spread

8-10"

Growth Habit

FILLER (mounded)

Landscape Application:

The perfect choice for beds and borders.

Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue' Plant Care:

Prefers well-drained, amended soil.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 (-40/-30F)

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Pincushion Flower Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

EARLY (March-April), MIDSEASON (May-June), LATE (July-frost)

Early Season (March - April)

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Low to moderate soil moisture.

Average

Moderate

Special Benefits

Cut Flower / or Foliage

Nature Attraction

Butterflies

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