Butterfly Pincushion
Scabiosa columbaria
ABOUT
This is a perennial plant admired for its delicate, pincushion-like blooms that come in shades of lavender, blue, or pink, attracting butterflies and bees. This low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils, making it an excellent choice for borders, rock gardens, and wildflower meadows.
WINTER PRUNE
In late fall, you should cut back butterfly pincushion flowers to prepare them for winter.
WHO’S FEEDING HERE?
This plant serves as a host for the Salt Marsh Moth, and its flowers also attract a variety of adult butterflies and moths, including:
