About
Nana' is a compact herbaceous perennial, up to 45cm high, with grey-green leaves and pale blue-lilac flowerheads from summer to early autumn.
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
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Wildlife gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow
Care notes
CultivationGrow in full sun and well-drained soil; attractive to bees and butterflies
PruningNo pruning required, but can deadhead to prolong flowering, and cut stems to ground level in late winter; good for cut flowers
PropagationPropagate by division or basal semi-ripe cuttings in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free