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Scabiosa ‘Butterfly Blue’


Dwarf Pincushion Flower

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.480.100


This British selection is extremely popular here in North America. It forms a low mound of ferny green foliage. Soft lavender-blue pincushion flowers begin to appear in early summer and continue blooming non-stop into late fall. Terrific for mass planting, edging the border, and especially in mixed containers. Removing faded flowers will ensure continued blooming. Attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant once established. Former Perennial Plant of the Year in 2000.

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Scabiosa ‘Butterfly Blue’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate
  












Scabiosa ‘Butterfly Blue’


Dwarf Pincushion Flower

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.480.100


This British selection is extremely popular here in North America. It forms a low mound of ferny green foliage. Soft lavender-blue pincushion flowers begin to appear in early summer and continue blooming non-stop into late fall. Terrific for mass planting, edging the border, and especially in mixed containers. Removing faded flowers will ensure continued blooming. Attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant once established. Former Perennial Plant of the Year in 2000.

Further details for
Scabiosa ‘Butterfly Blue’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate