Giant Scabious
Cephalaria gigantea
Common Name: Giant Scabious
Genus: Cephalaria
Species: gigantea
Category: Perennials
Growth Rate: Fast growing
Features: Has interesting foliage
| Hardiness: Hardy | Height: 2.50 m (250 cm) |
| Sun/Shade: Full sun or Partial shade | Spread: 1.00 m (100 cm) |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous | Flower Colour: Green, Yellow |
| Foliage Colour: Green | Flowering Period: July & August |
Soil Type: Normal/Loam
Soil Moisture: Moist, but well drained
Despite the common name, Cephalaria gigantea is not a member of the Scabiosa Genus. Cephalaria gigantea is a herbaceous perennial that forms a clump of deeply lobed, mid-green leaves. During summer, Cephalaria gigantea produces tall, upright flower stems terminating with greenish-yellow Scabious-like flowers.
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