Jasione encompasses annuals, biennials, and perennials characterized by globular clusters of small blue blooms resembling pincushions.

Jasione

Jasione crispa

Jasione crispa subsp. amethystina

Jasione crispa subsp. crispa

Jasione crispa subsp. serpentinica

Jasione crispa subsp. tristis

Jasione echinata

Jasione from Spain

Jasione heldreichii

Jasione laevis is a low-growing, tufted perennial that reaches up to 40 cm in height. It features basal rosettes composed of narrow, obovate leaves that are green in color. During the summer months, slender, upright stems emerge, supporting rounded flower heads filled with violet-blue florets and elongated stamens.

Jasione laevis

Jasione laevis 'Blaulicht' is a low-growing perennial that reaches up to 20 cm tall. It features a rosette of narrow, elongated leaves and produces soft, vivid blue flower heads during the summer months.

Jasione laevis 'Blaulicht'

Jasione laevis 'Sangster'

Jasione lusitanica

Jasione montana is a perennial wildflower that typically reaches heights of around 20 cm. It is primarily located in the western regions of the British Isles. The plant features small, lobed leaves that have a somewhat untidy appearance. In late spring through summer, upright stems bear clusters of blue, pincushion-shaped flowers. This species is a valuable nectar source for small tortoiseshell butterflies and other pollinators.