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Butterfly Blue

Scabiosa Anthemifolia

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Overview

Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa anthemifolia) is a charming perennial known for its pincushion-like, lavender-blue flowers that bloom from late spring to fall. With a compact growth habit reaching 12-18 inches in height and width, it's ideal for borders or as a pollinator attractor. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, it requires minimal maintenance. The plants’ drought tolerance and deer resistance make it a practical choice for diverse landscapes. Zone 3-9.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 5–10Climate Temperate
Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa Anthemifolia) — Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa anthemifolia) is a charming perennial known for its pincushion-like

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Dipsacaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa Anthemifolia) — Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, it requires minimal maintenance; this perennial is noteworthy, image 101
Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa Anthemifolia) — ground cover / perennial for full; requiring deadheading to promote continuous blooming and occasional, image 96
Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa Anthemifolia) — lavender-blue flowers that bloom from late spring to fall; with the overall plant height reaching between, image 98
Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa Anthemifolia) — With a compact growth habit reaching 12-18 inches in height and width; consider mass planting for a swathe, image 99
Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa Anthemifolia) — Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa anthemifolia) is a charming perennial known for its pincushion-like; it's ideal, image 97

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