Scabiosa japonica var. alpina

Also Known As

Lomelosia japonica var. alpina
Pincushion Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"
W: 2'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Scabiosa japonica var. alpina plant details

Scabiosa japonica var. alpina is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa japonica var. alpina

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa japonica var. alpina

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

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dense, evergreen, shrubby perennial. Dark, glossy green, deeply toothed, spoon shaped leaves encircle the stems to make for a dense, weed suppressing, mound forming ground cover. Throughout the warmer months copious quantities of lavender, pincushion-like, 5cm, flowers are produced. An extemely tough plant tolerant of most conditions.