New, unusual and attractive relative of the Scabious. Mounds of greenish-grey foliage are dotted with attractive flat heads of scabious-like flowers, in shades of red and pink, throughout the summer and autumn months. Prefers a sunny well drained site. Pretty. Height and spread 90-100cm (3')
Common NameWidow Flower
Approx Height (10 yrs.)60-90 cm (24-36")
Soil TypeLoam
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSummer
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Bee FriendlyBee Friendly
Butterfly FriendlyButterfly Friendly
Flower ColourMixed
Plant TypeHerbaceous