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Knautia macedonica Thunder and Lightning

Knautia (Variegated Scabiosa): Patent PP21437

The variegated foliage features green centres and white margins and showcases the pincushion-like, bright ruby-red flowers.

  • »  Small ruby-red, pincushion-like flowers
  • »  Lengthy bloom time when deadheaded
  • »  Leaves are creamy-yellow with a white margin
  • »  Leaf shapes vary throughout the plant
  • »  Approximately half the size of the species
  • »  Bloom Time: June to frost

1gal
$36.75
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:30-40 cm
  • Spread:40-50 cm
  • Bloom Color: Red
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Long Blooming
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Summer
• Lt. Sum-Fall
• Fall
Habit
• Compact
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Green
• Variegated
• White
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Knautia macedonica 'Thunder and Lightning'

Best grown in an average to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun. Removing spent flowers will help extend bloom time and improve overall appearance. Knautia can struggle with midsummer heat and humidity. Generally a short-lived perennial, but will self-seed in optimum, growing conditions.