Scabiosa col. 'Mariposa Blue' - 5 Ltr pot

Description
The Small scabious 'Mariposa Blue' (Scabiosa columbaria) is a bushy, upright perennial that produces bright purple flowers from May to July. Its leaves are medium green in colour. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 50 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide. The Small scabious 'Mariposa Blue' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Small scabious 'Mariposa Blue' are medium green in colour.

Frost hardiness
The Small scabious 'Mariposa Blue' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bushy, 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 thoroughly, the plant roots are stimulated to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought. - This perennial should be cut back in autumn/late autumn when the plant begins to shrivel. - The faded inflorescences should be cut back. This measure encourages new growth.

Flower
Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Blue' forms light lilac-coloured flowers from May.

Use
Cut, bee pasture