About
This clump-forming herbaceous perennial of dainty character. In summer it bears branching, wiry stems of many pale yellow flowers in the typical petalled, pincushion style of this genus. Leaves are narrow, oval, toothed and grey-green.
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 moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
Native toEurope Asia Africa
Care notes
CultivationGrows best in , well-drained fertile soil, preferably alkaline, in full sun
PruningCut back in autumn
PropagationPropagate by seed in autumn or by basal cuttings in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free