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    Scabiosa africana

    Also Known As

    • Cape Scabious
    • Koringblom
    • Pincushion Flower

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2'-4'
    • W: 1'-3'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

    Scabiosa africana plant details

    Scabiosa africana is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Scabiosa africana

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: caprifoliaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: blue and pink blooms in spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Scabiosa africana

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Scabiosa africana plant

    How to Grow Scabiosa africana

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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