Scabiosa columbaria 'Pink Mist' PP8957 (30)ct Flat
Common name: Pincushion Flower Zones 3 to 9, Sun
Mature height of 12 to 18 inches and a spread of 15, compact, clump-forming herbaceous perennial.
Long-blooming 2 inch pink flowers atop stiff stems over gray-green foliage. The nickname comes from its outer ring of frilly, flat, petals and a paler domed center cushion with protruding stamens, similar to pins in a pincushion. Blooms start in the spring and continue blooming into autumn, blooming almost all year in mild winter climates.
Plant is easy to grow in average, medium, well-drained soil; however it is intolerant of wet soils, especially in winter. A light mulch and regular water during summer will improve performance. Performs best in full sun; it does tolerate part shade, particularly in hot summer zones.
Deadheading spent flowers to encourage additional bloom will attract more butterflies and hummingbirds. Excellent in rock gardens, borders and container gardens, and a long-lasting cut flower. Disease resistant. |