Plant Number: 1.448.010 |
Carpeting Pincushion
Pterocephalus depressus
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This is a marvelous species that is closely related to Scabiosa (Pincushion Flower). It grows as a mat of attractive grey-green crinkled leaves and blooms from late spring through summer featuring large mauve-pink flowers followed by furry, silvery-pink seed heads. The dense, evergreen foliage tolerates light foot traffic and is a wonderful choice as crack filler in flagstone and pavers. Native to the mountains of Morocco. Evergreen. |
Zone 5 to Zone 9 |
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Conditions | Appearance | |
Sun Exposure Full Sun Soil Type Normal Sandy Clay Soil pH Acid Alkaline Neutral Soil Moisture Average Moist Care Level Moderate Foot Traffic Occasional Rate of Spread Medium |
Flower Colour Deep Pink Mauvelilac Blooming Time Early Summer Late Spring Late Summer Mid Summer Foliage Color Grey Green Plant Uses & Characteristics Attracts Butterflies Containers Drought Tolerant Edging Evergreen Ground Cover Massed Flower Head Size Medium Height 5-10 cm 2-4 inches Spread 35-45 cm 14-18 inches |
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