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Scabiosa atropurpurea
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Scabiosa atropurpurea

Impressive cottage garden plant and cut flower, perennial in well drained soil, but easily reproduced by seed or cuttings.

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Impressive cottage garden plant and cut flower, perennial in well drained soil, but easily reproduced by seed or cuttings.

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Light requirement
full sun to partial shade
Height range
large (81 - 120cm)
Drought resistance
medium
Frost tolerance
moderate
Flowering time
spring
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