Scabious
Common Name: Scabious
Genus: Scabiosa
Cultivar: 'Burgundy Bonnets'
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Chalky/alkaline, Dry, Sandy
Height: 60cm
Spread: 30cm
This beautiful scabious would look as happy in a wildflower meadow as in a manicured border. 'Burgundy Bonnets' is thought to be a form of Scabiosa atropurpurea and was found by chance in a Suffolk garden. Its pincushion flowers vary from dark burgundy red through to shades of pink and mauve with white stamens. The blooms appear from July to September and grow to around 60cm (25in) tall. For the best results, plant this hardy perennial in well-drained soil in full sun.
Looks good with:
Agapanthus 'Midnight Blue'Sedum spectabile 'Septemberglut'
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