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Scabiosa columbaria var. ochroleuca ‘Moon Dance’
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Scabiosa columbaria var. ochroleuca ‘Moon Dance’
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Scabiosa columbaria var. ochroleuca ‘Moon Dance’


Yellow Pincushion Flower

 USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.480.260


A terrific compact form of the Yellow Pincushion Flower, selected by the University of Georgia. This forms a low mound of feathery green leaves, with upright branching stems from early summer into fall, bearing soft-yellow round button flowers. Excellent near the front of a sunny border, in containers or the rock garden. Plants adapt well to a variety of soil conditions and are quite drought tolerant once established. Divide in spring every 2 to 3 years if desired.

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Scabiosa columbaria var. ochroleuca ‘Moon Dance’


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
  Creamy Yellow
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
  Mid Fall
Foliage Color
  Deep 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
   40-45 cm
   16-18 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 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.