Scabiosa 'Pink Mist' (Pincushion Flower), a clump-forming perennial with a short mound of ferny foliage, is well known for its exceptionally lengthy blooming season. It rewards gardeners with a profusion of lilac-pink pincushion-shaped flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm) on top of wiry stems that hang over the foliage pile of lobed, gray-green leaves, blooming for months from early summer until October. This striking beauty is trouble-free, simple to grow, and perfect for massing or grouping in borders and rock gardens. This attractive perennial is ideal for edging borders and walks because of the finely split leaves that stays low and compact.
| Plant Type |
Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone |
3-9 |
| Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer, Fall |
| Height | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spread | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spacing |
15 in |
| Water Needs |
Low, Average |
| Maintenance |
Low |
| Soil Type |
Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Showy |
| Tolerance |
Deer, Drought |
| Attracts |
Butterflies |
| Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Scabiosa 'Pink Mist' (Pincushion Flower) | Pincushion Flower 'Pink Mist', Scabious 'Pink Mist', Scabiosa columbaria 'Pink Mist' || Scabiosa 'Pink Mist' (Pincushion Flower), a clump-forming perennial with a short mound of ferny foliage, is well known for its exceptionally lengthy blooming season. It rewards gardeners with a profusion of lilac-pink pincushion-shaped flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm) on top of wiry stems that hang over the foliage pile of lobed, gray-green leaves, blooming for months from early summer until October. This striking beauty is trouble-free, simple to grow, and perfect for massing or grouping in borders and rock gardens. This attractive perennial is ideal for edging borders and walks because of the finely split leaves that stays low and compact.
Full Sun,
Summer, Fall,
Low Water Needs, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Well-Drained,
Showy,
Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant,
Attracts Butterflies, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Edging, Patio and Containers
