About
This compact, clump-forming perennial with a spreading habit to around 20cm in height, with oval-shaped, toothed green leaves. Small, pincushion pale lavender-pink flowers appear from summer to early autumn. An ideal ground cover plant.
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
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming, Spreading branched
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in full sun and well-drained soil
PruningNo pruning required, but can deadhead to prolong flowering, and cut stems to ground level in late winter
PropagationPropagate by division or basal semi-ripe cuttings in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free