field scabious

Overview

Field scabious (Knautia arvensis) is a short-lived perennial found in meadows, roadsides, and wasteland throughout Europe and North America. Its dense clumps of wiry stems can reach up to 50 cm in height, each lined with deep-green triangular leaves and topped with deep purple, pin-cushion flowers, which appear in summer and often continue into autumn. Its nectar-rich flowers are attractive to many species of insects, making it an excellent addition to any butterfly or bee-friendly garden. Field scabious is fairly undemanding and easy to propagate, but may require division every few years to keep the plants looking healthy.

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