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    Succisa pratensis

    Also Known As

    • Devil’s Bit Scabious

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 3'

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

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    Succisa pratensis plant details

    Succisa pratensis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Succisa pratensis

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: caprifoliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 3 FT tall
    Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in fall
    Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fall color, native plant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Succisa pratensis

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Succisa pratensis plant

    How to Grow Succisa pratensis

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue
      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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