Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun (Requires at least 6 hours of sunlight per day for optimal blooms)

Bloom Time:

• Late spring to fall (Typically blooms from June to September)

Size:

Height: 12 to 24 inches, depending on the variety
Width: 12 to 18 inches

Attributes:

• Distinctive, pincushion-like flowers in blue, purple, pink, or white
• Long-lasting blooms that continue throughout the summer and into early fall
• Attracts pollinators, especially bees and butterflies
• Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established
• Excellent cut flowers for arrangements
• Prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions once established
• Deer resistant
• Foliage has a soft, fern-like texture, adding an additional element of interest to the garden

Companion:

• Lavender – both drought-tolerant and attractive to pollinators
• Coneflower – vibrant blooms and similar growing habits, perfect for creating a wildflower-style garden
• Shasta Daisy – clean, white flowers that complement pincushion flower’s soft tones
• Coreopsis – another long-blooming, sunny perennial with similar growth habits
• Black-eyed Susan – bright yellow flowers that contrast beautifully with pincushion flower’s colors
• Salvia – upright growth and complementary blooms that attract pollinators
• Russian Sage – adds vertical interest and pairs well with pincushion flower in a sunny garden