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Herbaceous Perennial

Scabiosa 'Pink Diamonds'
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scabious 'Pink Diamonds'

A compact, clump-forming perennial with divided and lobed green leaves. In summer and early autumn it produces mid-pink, pincushion-like flowers on thin stems held above the foliage.

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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained, Moist but well–drained
pH
Neutral, Alkaline
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Pink Green
Autumn Pink Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus

Scabiosa can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with simple or pinnately lobed leaves and characteristic flower-heads with enlarged outer florets

Name status

Unresolved

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in full sun, in moderately fertile well-drained soil. Dislikes heavy wet soils. Divide every few years to maintain vigour.

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in spring, or basal softwood cuttings. Propagate by division in spring or autumn.

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Cut back after flowering to keep bushy.

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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