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Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower

Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue'

Category: Perennial • Pincushion Flower

Discover the beauty of Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower, perfect for borders and attracting pollinators.

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Mature Height: 12-18 inches

Mature Width: 12-18 inches

Bloom Color: Blue

Bloom Time: Spring to Frost

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 5-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Summer

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower is a charming perennial that produces an abundance of soft blue flowers. This plant attracts butterflies and adds a lovely touch to gardens with its unique pincushion-shaped blooms. It thrives in sunny spots and is perfect for borders or containers.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Prefers moderate moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is essential; adaptable to various pH levels and moisture conditions.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

borderpollinator gardenmass planting

Special Features

Attractive flowerslong blooming periodattracts pollinators

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to borders and attracting butterflies. Works well in cottage gardens.

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