Caprifoliaceae · Scabiosa atropurpurea
Also known as: Sweet Scabious, Pincushions, Mournful Widow, Scabieuse
Short lived perennial to 90cm. Serrated mid-green leaves on a compact plant producing tall wiry stems with large solitary flower heads. Great for cut and dried flowers, cottage gardens, borders and beds. Low maintenance and drought tolerant once established. Great for attracting bees, butterflies and beneficial insects to the garden. 90-100 days seed to bloom.
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Deadhead regularly
Self-seeding.
| 10 | 5 |