Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria

Description

Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria, commonly known as small scabious, is a perennial plant that belongs to the honeysuckle family Caprifoliaceae. This plant is native to Europe and can grow up to 60 cm in height. The plant has slender stems that bear pinnate leaves with a bluish-green color. The flowers of Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria are small and round, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The flowers are usually pink, blue, or purple in color and bloom in the summer months.

Taxonomic Information

Appearance

Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria has a compact and round shape. The plant has slender stems that can grow up to 60 cm in height. The leaves of the plant are pinnate and have a bluish-green color. The flowers of the plant are small and round, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The flowers are usually pink, blue, or purple in color and bloom in the summer months. The plant’s roots are fibrous and shallow.

Care Guide

Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria is an easy plant to care for. The plant requires regular watering, especially during the summer months. The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. The plant also requires full sun exposure to grow properly. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 3-8.

Water

The plant requires regular watering, especially during the summer months. The plant prefers moist soil but can tolerate short periods of dryness.

Fertilization

Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria does not require much fertilization. However, you can add a slow-release fertilizer to the soil in the spring to promote healthy growth.

Soil

The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. The soil should be moist but not waterlogged.

Sunlight

Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria requires full sun exposure to grow properly. The plant requires at least 6 hours of sunlight a day.

Hardiness Zones

The plant is hardy in USDA zones 3-8.

Common Pests & Diseases

Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria is generally pest and disease-free. However, the plant may be susceptible to powdery mildew and root rot if the soil is too wet.

Habitat

Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. The plant prefers well-draining soil and full sun exposure.

Question and Answer

Q: Can Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria tolerate drought?

A: While Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria prefers moist soil, it can tolerate short periods of drought.

Q: How often should Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria be fertilized?

A: Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria does not require much fertilization. However, you can add a slow-release fertilizer to the soil in the spring to promote healthy growth.

Q: What is the optimal growing temperature for Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria?

A: Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria can grow well in a range of temperatures, but it prefers temperatures between 20-25°C.

Q: What is the blooming season of Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria?

A: Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria blooms in the summer months.

Related Plants

• Scabiosa caucasica
• Scabiosa ochroleuca
• Scabiosa atropurpurea
• Scabiosa stellata

References

• “Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria”. Missouri Botanical Garden. Retrieved 14 March 2022.
• “Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria”. Royal Horticultural Society. Retrieved 14 March 2022.
• “Scabiosa Columbaria Subsp. Columbaria”. Plant Finder. Retrieved 14 March 2022.