Knautia macedonica ‘Mars Midget’
Description:
‘Mars Midget’ is a dwarf, clump-forming seed strain of this species that has the same scabiosa-like, ruby-red flower heads (to two inches across) over a long early summer to autumn bloom period but on plants that are half the height of the species (about one and a half feet). Each flower head resembles a rich red, pin cushion atop generally leafless stems. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens.
Common Name: Crimson Scabious
Family: Dipsacaceae (The Teasel Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-8
Light: Full Sun
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Burgundy
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Among grasses and other perennials in woods and in scrub.
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Europe and Western Russia
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