How to Care for Scabiosa atropurpurea (Pincushion Flower)

Korean name: 스카비오사

Scabiosa atropurpurea is an herbaceous plant known for its small, rounded flowers that are usually deep purple or pink. The petals are delicate and finely edged, making it popular in floral arrangements. It is relatively easy to grow and is often used as a cut flower on balconies or gardens.

Key facts

• Category: Flowering plant
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: Mediterranean region
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
• Traits: cut flower, medium difficulty, purple flower, slight cold tolerance
• Also known as: Pincushion Flower, Mourning Bride

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil dries out.
• Soil: Well-draining soil is ideal.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 15~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Scabiosa atropurpurea?

Water thoroughly when the soil dries out. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Scabiosa atropurpurea?

It likes Prefers bright direct sunlight.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Well-draining soil is ideal..

Is Scabiosa atropurpurea safe around pets?

No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.

Is Scabiosa atropurpurea good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during growing season..