Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama'

Scientific Name: Lomelosia caucasica 'Fama'

Also Known As

Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama Blue'
Fama Blue Pincushion Flower
Pincushion Flower
Sweet Scabious

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

4a-10b

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Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama' plant details

Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Intense lavender-blue flowers on sturdy 2-3' stalks have deservedly earned a fine reputation as a cut flower for this choice pincushion flower. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Large, lavender-blue flower

By: Garden World

Perennial to 20" tall with large, bright blue flowers and long stems. Full sun with moderate garden water. Hardy to below 0F.

By: Native Sons

One of the Top 3 Best Perennials & the backbone of bloom in my gardens! An EASY & reliable “flower machine,” the luscious, violet-scented, HUGE blooms to 4” across are studded with white pins held atop sturdy stems to 3’ tall. Fab cut flowers are long lasting, making this plant a must for the cutting garden. Blooms late Spring to Summer or Fall with deadheading. A mildew-free bee and butterfly magnet! Deer resistant!