Location requirements
Scabiosa prefers nutrient-rich, humus-rich, dry to moist, calcareous, and permeable soil in full sun. Approximately 6–8 plants per square meter are needed. This bedding perennial should be planted in spring.
Care
The soil should not dry out in summer, but it also doesn't tolerate excessive moisture. Winter protection is recommended during severe frost. Propagation occurs either by sowing in February, division in April, or by cuttings in May.
Cutting out wilted leaves encourages the perennial to rebloom.
Recommended varieties
'Nachtfalter' Reaches a height of 70 cm and has dark, deep blue-violet flowers.
'Perfecta Alba' Has large, pure white flowers with a cream-colored center.
'Clive Greaves' Reaches a height of 80 cm with sky blue flowers.
TEXT: Swantje Holtmann
