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Butterfly Blue pincushion flower

Scabiosa columbaria ‘Butterfly Blue’

Butterfly Blue pincushion flower Jefferson County Courage Garden
Quick Facts
Plant Family: Dipsacaceae (Teasel)
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Garden: Herb
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5
Size (height x width): 12"-18" x 12" - 18"
Bloom Time: June, July, August
Bloom Color: Blue
Light Needs: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Attracts Bees & Butterflies: Yes
More information for Butterfly Blue pincushion flower

Description:

This long blooming perennial was named 2000 Plant of the Year by the Perennial Plant Association.   The 12″-15″ slender flower stems rise above gray-green basal foliage and bear two inch lavender blue flowers.  The nectar rich flowers attract honey bees and butterflies.  Pink Mist is the pink version of this flower.


Landscape Use:

Border, Mass planting, Butterfly garden


Culture:

Performs best in well-drained soil amended with organic matter and requires moist soil during the growing season. Deadhead regularly during the blooming season. Plant the crown to the same depth it was growing in the container to prevent crown rot. Do not cut back the basal foliage in the fall. Remove winter damaged foliage in the spring. Divide plants every few years to promote flowering.

Butterfly Blue pincushion flower

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