About

A cheerful annual, reaching 30-80cm, with a compact form. It bears masses of blooms in red.

About the genus

Scabiosa can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with simple or pinnately lobed leaves and characteristic flower-heads with enlarged outer florets

Plant details

Suggested usesBedding, containers

Care notes

CultivationFertile, moist soil in sun
PruningDeadhead regularly
PropagationSow seed in spring
Pest resistanceAphids and slugs
Disease resistanceGrey mould