Description
Scabiosa ‘Butterfly Blue’
(Scabiosa columbaria)
Scabiosa ‘Butterfly Blue’ is a delightful, long-blooming perennial that features soft lavender-blue, pincushion-like flowers. Loved by pollinators like butterflies, this plant adds delicate beauty to borders, rock gardens, and containers.
Growing Conditions:
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade. Prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight daily for best flowering.
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil. Tolerates poor soil but performs best in rich, well-amended soil.
Water: Water moderately, keeping the soil moist but not soggy. Drought-tolerant once established.
Temperature: Grows well in temperate climates, tolerating mild frosts. Ideal temperature range is between 15-24°C.
Fertilizer: Apply a general-purpose fertilizer in early spring to support growth. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent leggy growth.
Maintenance: Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooming. Cut back in late fall for tidy growth the following season.
With its profusion of delicate, lavender-blue blooms, Scabiosa ‘Butterfly Blue’ attracts butterflies and enhances any garden with its long flowering season from spring through fall. Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, or pollinator-friendly gardens.
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