Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Summer Berries'

Also Known As

Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Summer Fruits'
Egyptian Rose
Pincushion Flower
Summer Fruits Sweet Scabious
Sweet Scabious

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

1-12

Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Summer Berries' plant details

Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Summer Berries' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer burgundy, magenta and red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Summer Berries'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy, magenta and red blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Summer Berries'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A sumptuous mix of red and black raspberry hues, these beauties bloom late in the summer, it's true, but the beaded flower buds that slowly swell as the summer days shorten, and the resulting full rounded blooms are sure to delight.