| | | Family | Dipsacaceae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 7b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H3 Australia: 1 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | 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 'Vivid Violet' (dwarf pincushion flower) bears showy and faded purple blooms during early summer to early autumn. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Scabiosa caucasica 'Vivid Violet' . Scabiosa caucasica 'Vivid Violet' is tolerant of drought. | | |