Perennial – Pincushion Flower
Pincushion Flower
Botanical name: lomelosia caucasica
Beginner friendly?: moderate
Average size at maturity: up to 2 ft in height and in spread
Hardy zone: zones 4-8
Foliage color: green
Flower color: pink/purple/blue
Bloom time: spring, summer
Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in first growing season
Pruning instructions: prune/deadhead as needed during the spring, summer, and fall months
Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing
Landscape use: pollinator gardens, flower gardens, edging/borders, walkways, container plant
Special features: long-lasting blooms, attracts pollinators, cold hardy
Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day
Watering instructions: allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring
Best time to plant: spring
Best type of soil: clay, loam
Companion plants: lavender, marigold, dianthus, salvia, catmint
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and petsÂ
Invasive species: potentially invasive
