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Knautia macedonica

Macedonian Scabious

Loved by Pollinators Good for cut flowers badge Hardiness H7

Deep crimson pincushion flowers appear continuously on slender branching stems of Knautia macedonica from early summer into autumn. This airy perennial is excellent for cottage and naturalistic borders, attracting bees and butterflies and performing best in full sun with freely draining soil.
SKU: KNAU-14-Y
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Plant Details

Flowering Months

January, not a flowering month
February, not a flowering month
March, not a flowering month
April, not a flowering month
May, not a flowering month
June, flowering month
July, flowering month
August, flowering month
September, flowering month
October, not a flowering month
November, not a flowering month
December, not a flowering month

Size

Max Height
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Max Spread
0.1 m — 0.5 m
Growth Habit
Grows in tight bunches from base, forming rounded groups.

Planting Position

Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
South West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
Hardiness H7 (< −20 °C) Extremely hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Alkaline Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Flower Borders
Merits
  • Loved By Pollinators
  • Good for Cut Flowers
Knautia macedonica

Knautia macedonica Description

Knautia macedonica is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial with dark green basal leaves and branching stems carrying small, rounded crimson to deep wine-red flower heads. The airy blooms appear from early summer into autumn and weave naturally through grasses, salvias and other border perennials. Bees and butterflies are frequent visitors. Mature plants generally reach around 60 to 90cm high and form a relatively narrow clump. Grow in full sun in moderately fertile, well-drained soil. It tolerates some dryness once established and often performs better on leaner ground than in very rich soil. Deadhead regularly to extend flowering, or leave selected seed heads where gentle self-seeding is acceptable. Established plants can be divided in spring if clumps become congested.

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