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Scabiosa lucida

Also Known As

  • Pincushion Lucida

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 10"
  • W: 13"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Scabiosa lucida plant details

Scabiosa lucida is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In fall, spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa lucida

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 13 IN wide, 10 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, dwarf, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa lucida

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

For border or vase, this dwarf Scabiosa (to less than a foot) produces its lilac-blue ?pincushions? uncomplainingly and dependably over much of the summer?what more can be asked?! S/M/GDr
A widespread species in the European mountains flowering from June to September, color ranges from rosy lilac to purplish black atop 15-30cm stems. ZONE 5

Gardening facts about Scabiosa lucida plant

How to Grow Scabiosa lucida

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Size

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