Overview
Knautia macedonica is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Knautia, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, with deciduous, semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Knautia macedonica grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH.
About
Knautia macedonica, the Macedonian scabious, is a species of flowering plant in the family Caprifoliaceae. It is native to Southeastern Europe: Albania, Bulgaria, Greece, North Macedonia, southeastern Romania and Kırklareli in Turkey. Growing to 75 cm (30 in), this herbaceous perennial produces rich red "pincushion" flowers, similar to those of its close relative scabious (Scabiosa), on slender upright stems throughout summer. Knautia macedonica is cultivated as an ornamental plant. It grows to around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, carrying deciduous, semi evergreen foliage. Grow it in full sun and most soil types. It tolerates alkaline and neutral soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Knautia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Knautia macedonica size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Semi evergreen
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Knautia macedonica?
Knautia macedonica prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Knautia macedonica need?
Knautia macedonica is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Knautia macedonica grow?
Knautia macedonica reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
More in the Knautia genus
- Knautia drymeia
- Knautia godetii
- Knautia integrifolia
- Knautia macedonica 'Crimson Cushion'
- Knautia macedonica 'Macedonia Lilac'
- Knautia arvensis white-flowered
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