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Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama' - Fama Pincushion Flower

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Scabiosa caucasica 'Fama' is an esteemed perennial plant, proudly under the "Annuals & Perennials" category. Coined the Fama Pincushion Flower, it showcases a delightful play of poise and vitality, exhibiting lavender-blue blossoms with an enchanting pincushion-like charisma. Its delicate flowers, gracefully dancing atop tall, slender stems, are in harmony with the deep green, finely cut leafy mound-bases, offering an awe-inspiring landscape spectacle. From early summer to fall, its flourishing blooms serve as a haven for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, promoting vibrant biodiversity in your garden. With a height reaching up to 2 feet, this plant adds a fresh vertical dimension to any landscape. Fittingly named after its native abode, the Caucasus Mountains, 'Fama' exhibits legendary resilience with its drought tolerance. This sun-loving trouper only asks for full sun exposure and well-drained soil, serving as a seamless, low-maintenance addition to stunning border fronts, quaint cottage gardens, or tasteful containers. Embrace the charismatic flourish of the Fama Pincushion Flower and rejuvenate your green space today!

  • Size: Up to 2 feet tall
  • Flowers: Lavender-blue, pincushion-like
  • Foliage: Green, finely cut leaves
  • Water usage: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Butterfly, bee, and hummingbird-friendly
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