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Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower

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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.

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  • We're now offering nationwide delivery for plant material in small containers. If your selection isn't yet eligible for shipping, or you need delivery for larger containers and/or B&B material, please email shop@plantdetectives.com.
  • All online orders can be picked up at our garden center, located at 45 Route 206 in Chester, New Jersey. Please remember to bring your order number and a valid photo ID with you.
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