Pincushion Flower

Dramatic, deep claret purple, pincushion-like fl

Dramatic, deep claret purple, pincushion-like flower heads in mid and late summer, above clumps of lance shaped, grey green leaves. The eye catching almost black flowers of this scabious work equally well in a contemporary or cottage style planting. For best results plant in a sunny, well-drained spot, preferably on chalky ground.Position: full sunSoil: moderately fertile, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil Rate of growth: averageFlowering period: July and August Flower colour: dark claret purpleOther features: the flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and bees; valuable for fresh and dried flower arrangementsHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Protect young plants from slug damage using environmentally friendly slug pellets or beer traps. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering and cut back the faded flower stems in autumn.Goes well with: Knautia macedonica, Fo

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