How to tend a Scabiosa x

Also known as: Scabiosa xinjiangensis Y.K.Yang, G.J.Liu & J.K.Wu, Scabiosa austro-altaica Bobrov, Scabiosa isetensis var. austroaltaica Serg., Trochocephalus austro-altaicus (Bobrov) Á.Löve & D.Löve

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

High quality fruits in sunny places

Soil

Acidic soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead, rotten, diseased leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
Europe, Africa, Asia
Category
Dipsacaceae, Scabiosa
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height ≥ 20 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period April-May, fruiting period May-June
Flower colors
white, rose red, dark red, blue or dark brown purple
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