About
A compact, hairy herbaceous perennial to 40cm tall, forming a mound of grey-green ferny foliage and producing deep pink, pincushion flowers to 5cm across with paler centres, over a long period in summer.
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 pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in full sun and protect from winter wet
PruningDeadhead to prolong flowering, cut down stems in autumn
PropagationPropagate by division or take basal cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free