Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue'

Also Known As

Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue'
Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-12"
W: 12"-2'

planting zones

3b-9b

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Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue' plant details

Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue'

USDA Zones: 3b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A useful perennial for sunny spots offering pale blue pincushion flowers for months in summer. Plants form compact mounds of greyish-green foliage topped with their prolific blooms from June until frost. Attracts butterflies. Good for cutting. Selected by the Perennial Plant Association as Perennial Plant of the Year 2000. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Reliable selection with a compact habit and a succession of lavender-blue flowers on 8" stems spring to fall. Deadhead for continuous flowering. Best in full sun with moderate summer water. Hardy to 10F. Europe, Africa and Asia.

By: Native Sons

Profusely producing its lavender-blue flowers over an even longer period, this compact pincushion is a truly fine gift to the perennial border from its Irish discoverer. (Deadhead to encourage extended bloom) SUN/Med