Scabiosa columbaria
Pincushion flower blooms on long, delicate stems that add movement to the garden's appearance, rich in nectar and blooming continuously for many months.
Growing Guide & Production Protocols
Cultivation & Growing Guidelines
Scabiosa columbaria, commonly known as ‘pincushion flower’, is a charming perennial appreciated for its soft, dome-shaped flowers that resemble a pincushion, attracting bees and butterflies throughout the blooming season.
Native to Europe and parts of Asia, it performs best in full sun and well-drained soil, making it suitable for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. Its compact form and continuous blooming make it a reliable choice for both garden use and containers. Consistent in propagation with reliable sticking and rooting. Prefers well-drained media and moderate fertility, developing compact plants with minimal PGR needs. Produces abundant pincushion-like blooms over a long season, ideal for pollinator-friendly gardens.
For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Scabiosa columbaria Growing Tips.
Common Production Base Specs
Core agronomic requirements applying across all Scabiosa columbaria series.
| Crop Type | Bedding - Perennials |
|---|---|
| Growing Guide & Production Protocols | Scabiosa columbaria, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, is known for its delicate, pincushion-like flowers held high on wiry, dancing stems. This herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil. With excellent drought tolerance and butterfly attraction, Scabiosa columbaria blooms from early summer through fall, making it a favorite for cottage gardens, perennial borders, and cut flower beds that need airy, long-lasting floral movement. |
| Cultivation & Groweing guidelines | Establish early at 65-68°F (18-20°C) to bulk. If bulking for spring sales, many varieties benefit from dropping temperatures to 40-50°F (4-10°C) for vernalization. pH 5.8-6.2, EC 1.0-1.5, feed 100-150 ppm N. Allow media to dry moderately between waterings to encourage deep root systems. Fungicide drench recommended at transplant. |
| Growth Habit | Mounded base, upright stems |
| PGR Requirements | Minimal |
| Recommended Formats | Quarts, Gallons |
| Flowering Season | Early Summer to Autumn |
Commercial Scabiosa columbaria Series Overview
Danziger offers a specialized Scabiosa columbaria lineup, with each series bred for specific growth habits and production goals. Danziger offers different series within this crop:
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