Scabiosa columbaria Harlequin Blue

Scientific Name: Scabiosa columbaria 'Balharblu'

Also Known As

Scabiosa columbaria 'Harlequin Blue'
Harlequin Blue Dwarf Pincushion

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-14"

planting zones

5b-9b

Scabiosa columbaria Harlequin Blue plant details

Scabiosa columbaria Harlequin Blue is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average and gritty soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa columbaria Harlequin Blue

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 14 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa columbaria Harlequin Blue

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This exceptionally long-blooming cultivar provides its lavender-blue pincushions from early-summer into fall for butterflies, borders & vases; a compact 12-18" mounder with ferny grey green foliage. Sun/M-D USPPP