• A single light purple butterfly blue pincushion flower with layered petals and a green stem, photographed close up against a softly blurred outdoor background.
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Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa columbaria ‘Butterfly Blue’)

Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa columbaria ‘Butterfly Blue’)

Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower is a long-blooming perennial valued for its soft lavender-blue flowers and delicate, airy appearance. This cultivar of Scabiosa columbaria is known for its extended bloom time and strong appeal to pollinators.

This herbaceous perennial forms a low mound of finely textured green foliage. From late spring through fall, it produces slender stems topped with pincushion-like flowers in soft blue tones. The blooms attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, adding movement and life to the garden.

Butterfly Blue Scabiosa is well-suited for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator plantings. Its compact habit and long flowering season make it ideal for front-of-border placement and continuous colour throughout the growing season.

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Sun Requirements ▾

Full sun. Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for compact growth, sturdy flower stems, and abundant blooming. Light partial shade may be tolerated, but excessive shade can reduce flowering and produce weaker, more open growth.

Watering Instructions ▾

Low to moderate. Water regularly during the first growing season while plants establish their root systems. Once established, Butterfly Blue has moderate drought tolerance and prefers the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid consistently wet or waterlogged soil, especially during cooler weather.

Care Tips ▾

Deadhead faded flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Avoid excessive fertilizer, which can encourage soft foliage growth rather than flowers. Good drainage is essential, particularly during winter and spring snowmelt. Avoid disturbing established plants unnecessarily, as Pincushion Flower prefers a stable root system. A moisture meter is a great way to gauge your plant's moisture levels.
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