Pincushion Flower 'Butterfly Blue'
Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue'
Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower is a clump-forming perennial with a long bloom time. Lavender-blue flowers appear starting in midsummer and will rebloom throughout the season as long as spent flowers are removed. Makes a great cut flower.
Pincushion Flower grows best in full sun with average, well-drained soils. Will tolerate part shade in hot areas. Dislikes wet winter soil. Drought tolerant once established.
Seasonal Availability: Typically mid-April to August
Characteristics
Size: 12"-18" tall, 14"-16" wide
Bee-Friendly, Butterfly-Friendly, Drought-Tolerant, and Deer-Resistant
Care
Full sun outdoors (6-8+ hours of direct sun) and Part shade outdoors (4 hours of direct sun)
Water every 1-3 days for first year until established (based on outdoor temperature & plant's water consumption).
Increase watering in the heat of summer and watch for wilting or browning as signs to increase watering frequency.
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