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Scabiosa Flutter Deep Blue – Pincushion Flower

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Common Name

Type

Family

Native Range

Hybrid cultivar

Native?

Native Hybrid

Zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Height Range (ft.)

1.00 to 1.50

Spread (ft.)

1.00 to 1.50

Bloom Time

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Bloom Description

deep blue to purple, large, pincushion-like flowers

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Maintenance

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Scabiosa Flutter Deep Blue – Pincushion Flower

Scabiosa ‘Flutter Deep Blue’ – Pincushion Flower is a compact perennial with deep blue, pincushion-like blooms that attract pollinators. Ideal for borders and containers.

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Additional information

Common Name

Type

Family

Native Range

Hybrid cultivar

Native?

Native Hybrid

Zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Height Range (ft.)

1.00 to 1.50

Spread (ft.)

1.00 to 1.50

Bloom Time

, , , , ,

Bloom Description

deep blue to purple, large, pincushion-like flowers

Sun

Water

Maintenance

Suggested Use

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Tolerate

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Attracts

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Growth Rate

Product Description

Scabiosa ‘Flutter Deep Blue’ – Pincushion Flower is a compact, clump-forming perennial known for its continuous blooms of deep blue, pincushion-like flowers. Blooming from late spring through frost, it adds long-lasting color to garden beds, borders, and containers. Its delicate, frilly flowers rise on slender stems above a low mound of finely textured foliage, creating an airy, graceful effect in the landscape.

This long-blooming perennial attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators and is often used in cut flower arrangements. ‘Flutter Deep Blue’ grows 12-15 inches tall and wide, thrives in full sun, and prefers well-drained soils. Drought-tolerant once established, it’s ideal for sunny borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings.

Why Choose Scabiosa ‘Flutter Deep Blue’ – Pincushion Flower?

  • Deep blue, pincushion-like blooms from late spring through frost
  • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
  • Compact, mounding form perfect for borders and containers
  • Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established

Cultivating Tips:

  • Plant in full sun for the best flowering
  • Prefers well-drained soil and tolerates dry conditions once established
  • Deadhead regularly to extend blooming
  • Cut back in late fall or early spring to maintain a tidy shape

Design Ideas for Your Garden:

  • Ideal for sunny borders, pollinator gardens, and containers
  • Pairs well with Echinacea, Rudbeckia, and ornamental grasses
  • Excellent for cottage gardens and cut flower gardens

Ecological Benefits:

  • Provides nectar for pollinators throughout its bloom season
  • Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant
  • While not native, it supports garden pollinators and adds seasonal color

Since Scabiosa ‘Flutter Deep Blue’ – Pincushion Flower is not a native species, here are three native alternatives available at Bumbee’s:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Scabiosa ‘Flutter Deep Blue’?

‘Flutter Deep Blue’ Pincushion Flower thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, fertile soils. It performs best in soils that are light and slightly alkaline, and it benefits from regular watering, especially during dry periods, though it does not like soggy conditions.

How tall and wide does Scabiosa ‘Flutter Deep Blue’ grow?

This compact perennial typically grows 12 to 15 inches tall and 12 to 18 inches wide, forming a neat mound that works well at the front of borders, in containers, or in rock gardens.

When does ‘Flutter Deep Blue’ Pincushion Flower bloom, and what do the flowers look like?

It blooms from late spring through fall, producing deep blue-violet, pincushion-like flowers on slender stems above soft, mounded foliage. Continuous blooming can be encouraged by regular deadheading.

Does Scabiosa ‘Flutter Deep Blue’ attract pollinators?

Yes! The flowers are highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, making it a wonderful addition to pollinator-friendly gardens. It’s also deer-resistant.

Does ‘Flutter Deep Blue’ require a lot of maintenance?

No, it’s low-maintenance. Regular deadheading encourages more blooms, and cutting back spent stems will keep the plant tidy. It’s generally pest- and disease-free, and once established, it’s fairly drought-tolerant.

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