Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Violet'

Also Known As

Mariposa Violet Pincushion Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

5a-9b

Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Violet' plant details

Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Violet' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and purple 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 columbaria 'Mariposa Violet'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Violet'

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

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fully double, large, lavender blue blossoms on sturdy stems rise above tidy bluish-green foliage. With a compact, tidy habit, this is a long and profuse bloomer. The Phoenicians were mightily impressed with this cultivar in our trials.