Scabiosa atropurpurea [scarlet]

Also Known As

Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Scarlet'
Scarlet Pincushion Flower
Scarlet Sweet Scabious

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Scabiosa atropurpurea [scarlet] plant details

Scabiosa atropurpurea [scarlet] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa atropurpurea [scarlet]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa atropurpurea [scarlet]

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tufted flowers of lustrous red float above the long strong stems-perfect for cutting. Long lasting in the vase and a midsummer to fall delight in the garden, especially if grown in large drifts. Its honey-scented nectar attracts bees and butterflies. Grow in moist well-drained alkaline soils. Fall sow in zones 8-10, otherwise sow indoors in pots for earlier bloom, or direct sow in May for pristine fall flowers.

By: Select Seeds

The nectar from the cherry red blooms of this prolific ‘pincushion’ must be sweet, for it’s one of your best bets for enticing butterflies & bees to the garden. Dozens of spherical, 2,” deep scarlet bloom clusters with contrasting white “pins” sit atop long-branching stems Spring thru Fall – perfect for cutting (lasting up to 2 weeks in a vase.) Cool as a dried flower, too! EASY & fast, just cut it back to 6” whenever it needs refreshing. Self-sows. To 2'-3’ tall & 1’ wide.