Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue' (pincushion flower) – purple – Ø11 cm, 15–25 cm high

You will receive a purple Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue' (pincushion flower), fresh from the grower. The plant is in an Ø11 cm nursery pot and is approximately 15–25 cm tall. Scabiosa flowers for months with elegant, cushion-shaped blooms that attract butterflies. Winter hardy, so it can remain outside all year round.

Characteristics

• Indoor or outdoor: Outdoor plant – for garden, balcony and terrace
• Botanical name: Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue'
• Also known as: pincushion flower
• Pot size: Ø11 cm
• Height at delivery: approx. 15–25 cm
• Flower colour: purple
• Flowering period: June–October
• Position: sun
• Winter hardy: yes
• Watering: keep the soil lightly moist during the first year; after that, water only during dry periods
• Beautiful in: borders, pots on balconies or terraces
• Bees and butterflies: attracts bees, bumblebees and butterflies

Care

Plant in groups of three or five for the best effect in the border. A layer of compost in spring provides sufficient nourishment. For more tips on choosing the right location, read our guide on plant locations.