Overview
Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Scabiosa, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, wildflower meadow, gravel garden, prairie planting and flower borders and beds.
About
Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar in the Caprifoliaceae family, known for its clump-forming habit and semi-evergreen foliage. It typically grows to a height and spread of 0.5 to 1 metre, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is adaptable to various aspects, including east, north, south, and west-facing positions, as well as both exposed and sheltered sites. It prefers moist but well-drained or well-drained soils that are chalky, loamy, or sandy, with an alkaline to neutral pH. 'Fama White' is of interest during the summer and winter seasons.
About the genus
Scabiosa is a genus in the honeysuckle family (Caprifoliaceae) of flowering plants. Many of the species in this genus have common names that include the word scabious, but some plants commonly known as scabious are currently classified in related genera such as Knautia and Succisa; at least some of these were formerly placed in Scabiosa. Another common name for members of this genus is pincushion flowers.
Wikipedia contributors, "Scabiosa", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Scabiosa
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Scabiosa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadow, Gravel garden, Prairie planting, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White'?
Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' need?
Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' 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 moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' grow?
Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' hardy in the UK?
Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama White'?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.
