• Knautia macedonica
  • Knautia macedonica
  • Knautia macedonica
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Knautia macedonica

Macedonian Scabious

£5.59
£6.99
£5.59

1 litre pot

Knautia macedonica is a graceful, airy perennial producing rich, deep crimson pincushion-like flowers on slender stems, blooming continuously from early summer to autumn.
  • Long-lasting, deep crimson flowers
  • Attracts bees and butterflies
  • Provides movement and texture in the garden

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  • Aspect

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Hardy

  • Flowers

    June to September

  • Soil type

    Well-drained, Loamy, Chalky, Sandy

Knautia macedonica
Knautia macedonica
Knautia macedonica

  • Why we like this plant

    Knautia macedonica is a fantastic addition to borders, offering a long-lasting display of rich crimson flowers that add height and movement. Its ability to attract pollinators makes it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens, while its relaxed habit suits naturalistic and meadow-style plantings beautifully.

  • About this plant

    Knautia macedonica is a highly decorative, free-flowering perennial that brings a light, natural feel to garden borders. Its small, deep crimson, pincushion-shaped flowers dance on tall, wiry stems above clumps of soft green foliage, adding movement and texture to planting schemes. Blooming from early summer well into autumn, it is a magnet for bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for pollinator-friendly gardens. This low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soils and is ideal for cottage gardens, prairie-style planting, and informal borders where its relaxed, natural habit can shine.

  • Key features

    • Deep crimson, pincushion-like flowers
    • Long flowering period from early summer to autumn
    • Airy, wiry stems add movement to the garden
    • Excellent for pollinators, attracting bees and butterflies
    • Perfect for cottage gardens, meadow planting, and naturalistic borders

  • Eventual height and
    spread

  • Growth
    habit

    Tall, airy, clump-forming

  • Moisture

    Moderate; prefers well-drained soil and tolerates some drought

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Borders, cottage gardens, prairie planting, wildlife-friendly gardens

Planting guide

  • Plant in well-drained, fertile soil
  • Position in full sun for best flowering
  • Space plants around 40-50cm apart to allow for spreading
  • Best planted in spring or autumn

Care tips

  • Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering
  • Cut back after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance
  • Prefers well-drained soil and dislikes waterlogging
  • Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour
  • May self-seed in ideal conditions, adding natural charm

Winter care

  • Fully hardy; requires minimal winter protection
  • Leave seed heads for winter interest and wildlife
  • Cut back old growth in early spring