Scabiosa 'Vivid Violet' PP19260

Scabiosa 'Vivid Violet' Pincushion Flower

Look how beautiful this plant still is in October! No mildew here!

Common Name: Pincushion Flower

A Scabiosa with excellent mildew resistance! 'Vivid Violet' PP19260 continually produces vivid lavender colored flowers on wiry stems all summer long and into early fall.

The plant remains healthy and attractive throughout the entire growing season, unlike older varieties which are prone to powdery mildew and tend to look ragged by late summer. A definite improvement not to be missed!

Height:

15.0 Inches

Spread:

18.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

4,5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Purple-blue shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Early Summer Midsummer Late Summer

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Mass Planting

Origin:

Not Native to North America

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.

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