Knautia macedonica 'Red Knight'

crimson scabious or knautia

Family	Dipsacaceae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread	45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	low to average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Knautia macedonica 'Red Knight' (crimson scabious) bears bright red blooms during early summer to early fall. The foliage is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics	Knautia macedonica 'Red Knight' attracts butterflies to your garden. Knautia macedonica 'Red Knight' tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.