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Growing and Caring for Knautia Macedonica: A Personal Journey
I have always had a fascination with unique and vibrant flowers, and Knautia Macedonica has quickly become one of my favorites. This stunning perennial, with its deep crimson blooms and airy foliage, adds a splash of color and elegance to any garden. Let me share my journey and some insights on how to grow, care for, and propagate this wonderful plant.
66 Species in Genus KnautiaWhat is Knautia Macedonica?
Knautia Macedonica, commonly known as the Macedonian Scabious, is a hardy perennial that originates from the Balkan Peninsula. It is cherished for its long flowering period, typically from early summer to the first frost. The plant features clumps of basal leaves and slender stems that bear charming, pincushion-like flowers. These blooms not only add aesthetic value but also attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
How to Grow Knautia Macedonica from Seed?
Growing Knautia Macedonica from seed is a rewarding process that requires some patience and care. Here’s how I did it:
- Seed Selection and Preparation: I started by selecting high-quality seeds from a
Knautia macedonica
Common Name: Crimson Scabious
Family: Dipsacaceae (The Teasel Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5
Light: Full Sun
Height: '
Width: '
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Burgundy
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time:
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Among grasses and other perennials in woods and in scrub.
Award:
Geographical Origin:
Common Name: Knautia
Genus: Knautia
Species: macedonica
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Chalky/alkaline, Moist
Height: 80cm
Spread: 45cm
Time to plant seeds: March to May
Time to divide plants: March to April
Flowering period: July to September
This is an exceptional plant that looks great in the garden border, complementing silver foliage plants. It is also is ideal for a wildlife garden where the deep purplish-red pincushion-type flowers are very attractive to bees. Grow in well-drained, slightly alkaline soil in full sun.
Looks good with:
Monarda didymaVerbena bonariensis