Scabiosa Mariposa Series
A stunning Australian bred selection producing a profusion of pincushion-like flowers from late autumn into spring. Flowers sit atop wiry stems which hover over a neat mound of ferny basal foliage.
| Botanical Name | Scabiosa columbaria |
| Common Name | Pincushion Flower |
| Key Features | Pincushion flowers develop over an extended period. |
| Size | Foliage growing to 15cm H x 25cm W with flower stems up to 25cm tall. |
| Position | Ideal in a humus-rich well drained soil in full sun with consistent moisture . Frost hardy and dry tolerant. |
| Description | Compact mounding foliage, with spectacular floral display. Comes in 2 colours – Blue – Pink |
| Cultural Notes | Remove spent flower heads to encourage re-bloom and fertilise in spring to promote new growth. |
| Landscape Ideas | A spectacular plant for containers, borders, rockeries, garden beds, lining garden beds or pathways. |
| Water Requirements | Low – medium |
- Garden borders, cottage gardens or container plant.
- Ideal cut flower.
