Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking long-lasting, deer-resistant butterfly blooms.
Discover the vibrant beauty of Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue', a remarkably floriferous Pincushion Flower that brings continuous color from spring through fall. This dwarf variety boasts abundant 2-inch blooms in a lovely light lavender-blue with striking golden centers, appearing on sturdy stems. It's a magnet for butterflies and generally ignored by deer, offering a low-maintenance gardening experience. Its attractive foliage adds visual appeal throughout the season, making it a delightful addition to any garden setting.
$9.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
850
/ 3169
#850 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-64%
Below average
SKU
40101
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking season-long color from spring to frost
- Eco-conscious homeowners supporting local butterfly and bee populations
- Small-space gardeners needing low-maintenance, tidy container plants
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners unable to commit to regular maintenance tasks
- Planters preferring permanent, long-term landscape installations
- Residents in humid climates prone to fungal plant diseases
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous color production from spring through fall is exceptionally reliable.
Pollinator Attraction
The nectar-rich blooms act as a reliable magnet for local butterflies.
Maintenance Requirements
Low-effort growth habit makes this an ideal choice for busy gardeners.
Deer Resistance
Consistently ignored by browsing deer, protecting your landscape investment.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives across a wide range of zones with moderate water needs.
Visual Impact
Compact dwarf form provides dense, vibrant color for groundcover applications.
Key Specs
SKU
40101
Genus
Scabiosa
Species
columbaria
Variety
'Butterfly Blue'
Item Form
1-Quart
Bloom Color
Light Blue, Yellow, Multi-color
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
Zone 4 - Zone 9
Features
- Most floriferous Scabiosa variety
- Continuous blooms spring to fall
- Attracts butterflies
- Deer resistant
- Low-maintenance performer
- Drought tolerant
- Attractive foliage all season
- Compact dwarf growth
What customers say
The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, centered on garden performance and plant quality. The 'Butterfly Blue' variety is celebrated for its exceptional reliability, delivering a prolific and long lasting bloom cycle that extends well into the season. Customers frequently commend the high quality and vigor of the plants shipped by Wayside Gardens, noting they establish quickly and thrive. This consistent performance confirms its strong value proposition for perennial enthusiasts.
Know before you buy
This variety is exceptionally floriferous, providing continuous blooms from spring through the fall season.
Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue' is a hardy perennial suitable for USDA zones 4 through 9, making it adaptable to a wide range of climates.
It is considered a low-maintenance performer that is drought-tolerant once established. It prefers moderate watering and well-drained, alkaline soil.
Yes, this variety performs well in both full sun and partial shade, offering flexibility for different garden spots.
Yes, 'Butterfly Blue' is generally ignored by deer, making it a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern.
Since this is a compact dwarf variety with a mature width of about 1 foot, you should space them approximately 12 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation.
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