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Scabiosa caucasica ‘Ultra Violet’
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Scabiosa caucasica ‘Ultra Violet’
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Scabiosa caucasica ‘Ultra Violet’


Pincushion Flower

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.480.080


A selection of the old-fashioned Pincushion Flower. These are popular as cut flowers and in sunny borders, blooming throughout the summer and into autumn. This forms a low mound of grey-green leaves, with taller stems bearing lacy blossoms of rich lavender purple. Remove faded flowers to prolong blooming. Flowers are very attractive to butterflies. Best effect in a border is with several plants massed in a grouping. USPP#14038: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

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Scabiosa caucasica ‘Ultra Violet’


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Height
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.