Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower

Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue')

Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue') is a long-blooming perennial known for its delicate lavender-blue flowers and its ability to attract butterflies. This compact, floriferous variety adds soft color, fine texture, and an eye-catching focal point to borders, rock gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

Distinctive Features

'Butterfly Blue' produces an abundance of 2-inch, lavender-blue, pincushion-like flowers that bloom from late spring until frost. Each bloom sits atop slender, wiry stems, giving the plant an airy, graceful appearance. The finely cut, gray-green foliage forms a neat mound, making it an excellent choice for edging and containers. This variety is highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators, making it a valuable addition to wildlife gardens.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun for optimal flowering.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
• Water: Requires regular watering but does not tolerate soggy conditions.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity with good airflow.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9, adaptable to a range of climates.

Ideal Uses

• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects.
• Rock Gardens: Adds soft color and texture among stones and gravel.
• Mixed Borders: Provides long-lasting blooms and height contrast.
• Container Plantings: Compact size makes it ideal for pots and patio gardens.
• Cut Flower Gardens: Blooms are excellent for fresh floral arrangements.

Low Maintenance Care

Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower is an easy-care perennial that thrives with minimal maintenance.

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
• Fertilizing: Apply a light fertilizer in early spring for vigorous growth.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free and resistant to deer.
• Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates for added root protection.

Why Choose Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower?

Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower offers long-lasting blooms, pollinator-friendly appeal, and low maintenance, making it an excellent choice for sunny gardens and containers.

• Lavender-Blue Blooms: Provides soft color from late spring through fall.
• Attracts Pollinators: Highly favored by butterflies and bees.
• Compact Growth: Perfect for small spaces, edging, and pots.
• Continuous Flowering: Blooms for months with deadheading.
• Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care.

For a long-lasting, pollinator-friendly display, Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue') is an exceptional focal point choice for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings.