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Scabiosa

Pincushion blooms on wiry stems — bees adore them and they last in the vase.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Ornamental

Lifecycle

Annual

Hardiness

Hardy

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks UK-reliable scabiosa varieties bred for cool climates and longer flowering seasons.

Crocus

Offers terracotta and drainage-friendly pots ideal for scabiosa's preference for well-drained soil.

Amazon UK

Supplies hand forks and dibbers useful for planting scabiosa seeds directly into London gardens.