LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Rounded
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
out door
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
60–90 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Suitable
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
25–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
3–5 mm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Ping Pong Scabious different from traditional scabiosa varieties?
What makes Ping Pong Scabious different from traditional scabiosa varieties?
Its perfectly rounded flower heads create a unique, decorative appearance in garden displays.
Can these flowers be grown for fresh floral arrangements?
Can these flowers be grown for fresh floral arrangements?
Yes, the long, sturdy stems make them an excellent choice for cut flower bouquets.
Will the blooms add texture to mixed flower borders?
Will the blooms add texture to mixed flower borders?
Yes, the globe-shaped flowers provide distinctive shape and visual interest among other blooms.
Can Ping Pong Scabious be planted in cottage-style gardens?
Can Ping Pong Scabious be planted in cottage-style gardens?
Yes, it blends beautifully with perennial borders and informal garden designs.
Do butterflies and bees visit the flowers?
Do butterflies and bees visit the flowers?
Yes, the nectar-rich blooms may attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinating insects.
Does regular harvesting encourage additional blooms?
Does regular harvesting encourage additional blooms?
Yes, cutting flowers and removing faded blooms helps promote continued flowering throughout the season.