| Common Name | Pincushion flower |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus | Scabiosa |
| Species | Caucasica |
| Variety | Hybrid Mix |
| Origin | Caucasus / Southern Europe |
| Blooming | Summer to Autumn, purple/blue/pink/white flowers |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green foliage |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-drained, fertile loam or sandy soil, tolerates poor soils better than wet clay.
Moderate watering, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
Full sun for best flowering, tolerates light shade but may become leggy.
Low fertilizer needs, apply balanced slow-release in spring. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent flopping.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage rebloom and cut back after flowering in autumn.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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