Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower

Pincushion flower, lavender-blue blooms, continuous color, butterfly favorite

Botanical Name- Scabiosa Butterfly Blue

Pronunciation- skay-bee-OH-suh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- 1 qt

Bloom Color- Blue

Bloom Time- Late spring - summer

Companion Plants- Coreopsis 'Early Sunrise' (pale lavender vs bright yellow)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hoverflies

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP47B

Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead to prolong bloom; water moderately and fertilize lightly.

Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming to extend flowers. Cut back in fall.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Over-fertilizing in clay can lead to weak stems and fewer blooms.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Rust, aphids