White Flower Farm
Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama'
Best perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, pollinator-friendly summer color.
Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama', or Pincushion Flower, offers stunning, intensely blue blooms up to 3 inches wide, perfect for adding rich texture to arrangements. This perennial delights with a long blooming season from early June to late August, attracting abundant butterflies and bees to your garden. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, preferring neutral to slightly alkaline conditions. While generally low-maintenance, it benefits from deadheading to encourage more flowers and winter protection in its first year. This plant is a rewarding choice for vibrant summer color.
$19.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
28
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#28 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-53%
Below average
SKU
38055
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Who it's for
- Eco-conscious growers looking to support local pollinator populations
- Floral designers seeking long-lasting, elegant stems for arrangements
- Gardeners wanting vibrant color throughout the entire summer season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners working with heavy, poorly draining clay soil
- Low-maintenance gardeners preferring long-lived, set-it-and-forget-it perennials
- Busy homeowners unable to commit to regular garden maintenance
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Intensely blue, three-inch flowers provide a striking visual centerpiece.
Pollinator Appeal
A reliable magnet for butterflies and bees throughout the summer.
Bloom Duration
Extended flowering window keeps the garden vibrant from June through August.
Maintenance Effort
Regular deadheading is required to maximize the plant's floral output.
Hardiness Range
Robust performance across zones 3 through 7 with minimal winter protection.
Drought Resilience
Requires consistent moisture and well-drained soil to truly thrive.
Key Specs
SKU
S38055
Ships as
1 PINT (28.86 CU IN.)
Mature Height
24 inches
Spacing
12-18 inches
Bloom Time
June-August
Soil pH
Neutral to slightly alkaline
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-7
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Features
- Produces large, intensely blue flowers
- Richly textured and complex blooms
- Long blooming season
- Attracts butterflies and bees
- Upright growth habit
- Medium growth rate
- Low drought tolerance
- Medium maintenance
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of Scabiosa 'Fama' plants from White Flower Farm. Reviewers note the robust health and substantial size upon arrival, indicating superior nursery stock. The primary delight centers on the plant's reliable garden performance. Gardeners report prolific, large blooms that last throughout the season, exceeding expectations for color and vigor. This reliability makes the initial investment feel worthwhile, cementing its reputation as a garden staple.
Know before you buy
This variety offers a long-lasting display, blooming consistently from early June through late August.
Yes, it performs best in well-drained soil that is neutral to slightly alkaline. Ensure your planting site has good drainage, as this plant does not tolerate waterlogged conditions.
It is generally low-maintenance, though it benefits from regular deadheading to encourage continuous blooming throughout the summer. You should also provide winter protection during its first year to help it establish.
Absolutely. The large, textured blue flowers are highly effective at attracting butterflies and bees, making it a great choice for a pollinator-friendly garden.
Space your Scabiosa 'Fama' plants 12 to 18 inches apart. This allows for proper airflow and accommodates their upright growth habit as they reach a mature height of 24 inches.
Scabiosa 'Fama' is hardy in USDA zones 3 through 7. If you are in the lower end of these zones, ensure the plant is well-mulched during its first winter to protect the root system.
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