Go Back Pincushion Flower Pink Mist

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:05 PM
Scabiosa columbaria 'Pink Mist'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Pincushion-like, pink flowers with a hint of lavender are borne atop wiry stems over a long period beginning in early summer. They hover over the short mound of ferny basal foliage. This is a reliable, long-blooming selection.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Scabiosa grows best in average soil and full sun. Good drainage is essential for the health of the plants. Deadheading will promote a longer blooming period. In the fall, cut back any flowering stems to help the plants prepare for winter.

    Flower Color

    Pink

    Foliage Color

    Green

    Plant Spread

    15 in.

    Good Companions

    Alchemilla mollis, Geranium 'Rozanne', Heliopsis 'Prairie Sunset', Campanula carpatica 'Pearl Deep Blue', Dianthus 'Pomegranate Kiss'.

    Plant Height

    12-18 in.

    Scape Height

    —

    Hardness Zone

    3-9

    Soil Moisture

    Average water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Border plants, Container, Cut flower or foliage, Mass Planting

    Bloom Time

    Early summer

    Critter Resistance

    —

    Exposure

    Full sun

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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