Scabiosa caucasica - P11

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies

Growth habit
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
- If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought. - Faded inflorescences should be cut back. This measure promotes new growth.

Flower
Scabiosa caucasica forms cupped, blue flowers from July.

Use
Group planting, bee pasture