Scabiosa columbaria 'Harlequin Blue'

dwarf pincushion flower or small scabious

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	30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread	30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	low to average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Scabiosa columbaria 'Harlequin Blue' (dwarf pincushion flower) yields faded azure blossoms during early summer to mid autumn. This plant has foliage that is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses	Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics	Butterflies are attracted to Scabiosa columbaria 'Harlequin Blue' . Scabiosa columbaria 'Harlequin Blue' is tolerant of drought.