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Scabiosa ‘Vivid Violet’
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Scabiosa ‘Vivid Violet’
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Scabiosa ‘Vivid Violet’


Dwarf Pincushion Flower

 USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.480.180


A welcome addition to the colour range of Dwarf Pincushion Flower selections. This forms a low mound of lacy grey-green leaves, bearing a very long display of small button-shaped flowers in a shade of rich violet purple. Ideal for along the front of a sunny border, in mixed containers, the rock garden or even growing on walls. Deadhead occasionally in summer to tidy up the plants. Needs very good drainage in winter. A 2008 introduction from Terra Nova Nurseries in Oregon. USPP#19260: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

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Scabiosa ‘Vivid Violet’


Optimal Growing
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Plant Uses & Characteristics
Height
   25-35 cm
   10-14 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
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