Scabiosa columbaria 'Flutter Pure White' is a delightful, compact perennial that brings elegant, pure white blooms to the garden from late spring through fall. Part of the Flutter series, this variety is beloved for its long-lasting, dainty flowers, neat growth habit, and strong performance in sunny, well-drained locations. The distinctive pincushion-shaped flowers rise gracefully on slender stems and make excellent additions to fresh-cut arrangements.
This variety is also a magnet for pollinators, drawing in butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects. It’s a wonderful choice for cottage gardens, containers, borders, and pollinator-friendly plantings.
Key Features:
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Flower Color: Crisp, pure white pincushion-shaped blooms.
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Foliage: Soft green, finely divided leaves form a low, attractive mound.
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Height & Spread: Grows about 10–12 inches tall and 12–16 inches wide.
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Bloom Time: Late spring to early fall; blooms profusely with regular deadheading.
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Light Requirements: Full sun preferred for best flowering.
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Soil: Likes well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established.
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Hardiness: USDA zones 4–9.
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Maintenance: Easy-care; remove faded blooms to encourage new ones.
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Pollinators: Attracts butterflies, bees, and hoverflies.
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Uses: Great for borders, edging, containers, rock gardens, and cut flowers.
