SCABIOUS

Scabious atropurpurea.


TYPE OF PLANT: [BUTTERFLY NECTAR]


Habitat: Well-drained, chalky soil. Sunny position. S.columbaria can be used in wildflower lawns/meadows.

Habit: Perennial.

Flower Color: White, blue, or pink, flowers in May-October.

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Food Plant for: S.atropurpurea is very good for butterflies.


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