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Scabiosa columbaria Harlequin Blue™
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Scabiosa columbaria Harlequin Blue™
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Scabiosa columbaria Harlequin Blue™


Dwarf Pincushion Flower

 USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.480.160


(='Balharbu') An exceptionally long bloomer, this forms a low mound of ferny grey-green foliage with taller wiry stems that bear soft lavender-blue pincushion flowers. Blooming starts in early summer and continues well into the autumn. Terrific for mass planting, edging the border or in containers. Attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant once established. Removing faded flowers every week or two will help encourage more buds to continue forming. A bit taller than ‘Butterfly Blue’ and said to be a better landscape performer. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

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Scabiosa columbaria Harlequin Blue™


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Light Blue
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
  Mid Fall
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Massed
Height
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Spread
   30-35 cm
   12-14 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.