2000 Perennial Plant of the Year

Hardiness: Grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 3-9

Light: Full sun to light shade

Soil: Well-drained, consistently moist soil

Uses: Use masses in the front of the border with annuals or perennials. Combine this excellent three-season plant with spring, summer and fall flowering perennials. This perennial is good for containers and cutting gardens.

Unique Qualities: The long-blooming perennial with 2-inch lavender-blue flowers adds a delicate touch to the garden. It blooms from mid-spring to early fall on 12 to 15-inch sturdy stems. Keep east-to-grow Scabiosa deadheaded for continuous bloom. The plant is desirable as a long-lasting cut flower. Pincushion flower is insect and disease resistant and attracts butterflies.

Planting Information: Container grown plants may be planted at any time during the growing season. Space 12-18 inches apart. Water well until plants are established.