Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama'

pincushion flower

Family	Dipsacaceae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 2a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread	30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama' (pincushion flower) bears medium blue blossoms during early summer to mid-autumn. This plant has foliage that is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics	Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama' attracts butterflies to your garden.