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Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Blue'

Also Known As

  • Mariposa Blue Pincushion Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Blue' plant details

Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Blue' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and 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 columbaria 'Mariposa Blue'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Blue'

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. Use it in containers or at the front of the border.

Gardening facts about Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Blue' plant

How to Grow Scabiosa columbaria 'Mariposa Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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