Sweet Scabious / Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Double Rose'

Position: Flower border / Container

Flowering months: Jun / Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct

Light: Full sun / Mix of sun and shade

Soil: Loam / Chalk / Sand

Tested in our local soil (t.i.o.l.s.): Yes (but avoid heavy clay)

Drainage: Well drained

Life cycle: Short-lived perennial (lives and flowers for about three years)

Hardiness: Fully hardy (in Bristol winters)

Over winter: Dies back (deciduous)

Fully hardened off plants are supplied in 12-20oz pots in spring and summer.

All plants are delivered by bicycle within Bristol within five working days (unless otherwise stated). The standard delivery charge is £5 per order, or £2.50 for addresses in BS7. Free delivery for orders over £30.