Full Sun
Light watering
Frost Hardy
9a
USDA zone
-7°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | |
30cm | Min |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Scabiosa Overview
This genus of herbaceous and sometimes woody plants in the honeysuckle family are native to Africa, Europe and Asia. They are commonly known as scabious, and are popular garden plants with many cultivars available. They are grown for their pincushion-like heads formed of many tiny florets and come in a range of bright and pastel shades. They prefer well-drained soil in full sun.
Common problems with Scabiosa
How to propagate Scabiosa
Seed
You can propagate the annuals from seeds in the spring.
Cuttings
Perennials from cuttings in the summer.
Division
By division in early spring.
Other uses of Scabiosa
Has flower heads that are good for cutting. Suitable for coastal conditions, beneficial insects.
