Scabiosa cretica

Also Known As

Pincushion Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"
W: 15"

planting zones

9a-11

More Options

Scabiosa cretica plant details

Scabiosa cretica is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender 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 lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa cretica

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: showy seedheads

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa cretica

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A lovely, useful, TOTALLY DROUGHT TOLERANT Scabiosa or “Pincushion Flower” from the island of Crete. Its most fascinating features are the PERFECTLY spherical seed heads that remain for quite a long while after the blooms are finished. The quite large (1.5” or more), flattish, lavender blooms are pretty & appear May thru July above very attractive, silvery foliage. To 18” tall & about 15” across, Scabiosa cretica thrives in hot, dry, poor, well-drained soil as well as average garden soil here by the coast. Attracts butterflies & bees.