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clefryn, common sheep's bit scabious
Annual Biennial
A clump-forming, native wildflower to about 20cm tall, found mostly in the west of the British Isles. The leaves are lobed, small and rather scrappy, with blue, pincushion flowers on upright stems appearing in late spring into summer. Provides nectar for small tortoiseshell and other butterflies
Position
Full sun
Soil Types
Loam, Sand
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres