Pincushion Flower. A clump-forming perennial with silvery green leaves. Pretty pale lilac flowerheads in summer. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Scabiosa lucida
A clump-forming perennial with silvery green leaves. Pretty pale lilac flowerheads in summer.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Scabiosa |
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Species | lucida |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Pincushion Flower |
Flower Colour | lilac |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 20cm |
Family | Dipsacaeae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, silver |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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