Knautia macedonica ‘Mars Midget’

 

‘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

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Perennial

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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.

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