Scabiosa is an excellent, prolifically flowering perennial, which is useful for adding colour and character to most gardens.
The growth habit is generally tufted and it produces wiry flower stems upon which a solitary flower is borne.
The rounded flowers have a domed, pincushion-like appearance and they come in a variety of colours including yellow, pink, purple and blue.
These plants can flower almost continuously throughout the year in the right conditions and are great for cottage and perennial gardens as well as making attractive potted specimens.
Cultivars include:
"Samantha's Pink" - has pink flowers
"Butterfly Blue" - has lavender blue flowers
"Lemon Sorbet" - has pale yellow flowers
"Ace of Spades" - has deep burgundy flowers