Scabiosa col. 'Pincushion Blue' - P11

Description
The Small scabious 'Pincushion Blue' (Scabiosa columbaria) is a bushy perennial that produces light blue flowers from May to October. Its leaves are medium green. In a sunny position with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 40 cm and spreads to around 30 cm. The Small scabious 'Pincushion Blue' is quite hardy.

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

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

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

Growth
Bushy.

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 'Pincushion Blue' produces light blue flowers from May onwards.

Use
Pruning, bee pasture