Lomelosia Species, Carmel Daisy, Scabiosa

Lomelosiaprolifera

Family
Caprifoliaceae (cap-ree-foh-lee-AY-see-ee)
Species
prolifera (pro-LEEF-er-uh)
Synonym
Scabiosa prolifera
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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Grove City, OH (Zone 6a) | January 2003 | neutral

This species grows fairly wide; give it lots of room. Each bloom can be 2" across. Deadheading prolongs the bloom period. Blooms are c...Read More

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