Scabiosa stellata 'Starflower'

Starflower Pincushions

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Common Name:

Starflower Pincushions

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

60 cm

Maximum width:

30 cm

Starflower Pincushions (Scabiosa stellata 'Starflower') - Description

Flower heads are excellent in dried arrangements. 1-1/2" across.

Starflower Pincushions (Scabiosa stellata 'Starflower') - Blooming

Blooms can be single or double, constructed similar to daisies. Small central florets surrounded by larger petal-like florets to resemble a pincushion somewhat.

Starflower Pincushions (Scabiosa stellata 'Starflower') - Growth

Leaves are either entire, lobed, or deeply cut in a featherlike fashion. Does best in full sun.

Starflower Pincushions (Scabiosa stellata 'Starflower') - Planting

Divide clumps in spring. Or sow indoors 4-5 weeks before last frost, germination in 2 weeks at 70-75°F (21-24°C), or sow outdoors after last frost.

Starflower Pincushions (Scabiosa stellata 'Starflower') - Pest

Rare.

Starflower Pincushions (Scabiosa stellata 'Starflower') - Interesting facts

The genus name Scabiosa is derived from Latin and means itch. Supposedly, these plants have medicinal properties that can cure skin irritations.