{"product_id":"scabiosa-caucasica-focal-scoop-lilac","title":"Scabiosa caucasica 'Focal Scoop Lilac'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocal Scoop Lilac Pincushion Flower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"378\" data-start=\"358\"\u003eScabiosa caucasica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Focal Scoop Lilac’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caprifoliaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caucasus \/ Middle East (cultivar selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully refined, long-flowering Scabiosa suited to Adelaide’s Mediterranean climate, \u003cem data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"656\"\u003eScabiosa caucasica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Focal Scoop Lilac’ produces large, intricate, dome-shaped “pincushion” blooms in soft lilac, lavender and cool mauve tones from late spring through autumn. Compact, upright and exceptionally elegant, it is ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, pollinator spaces and cut-flower plantings. The mid-green, finely textured foliage may develop subtle silver or purple tints during winter or dry spells. While the flowers are not considered fragrant, they may carry a delicate, sweet note when closely inspected. Highly attractive to pollinators and tolerant of heat and dryness once established, it performs reliably across South Australia in free-draining soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4–0.6 m H × 0.4–0.5 m W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–30 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-green, finely divided leaves; may show soft silvery or purplish tints in cold or dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large lilac–mauve pincushion flowers with ruffled outer petals; heavy flush in late spring–early summer with continual blooming into autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers not considered fragrant — may have a faint sweet note up close\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long flowering season from late spring through autumn; evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage with seasonal tints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent nectar source for bees, butterflies and hoverflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat-tolerant; moderately drought-tolerant once established; coastal-tolerant (second-line); light frost hardy; dislikes waterlogged soils or heavy, wet clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 plants per m² for mass planting; 30–40 cm spacing in borders; suitable for 25–30 cm pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally non-toxic to cats and dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for the strongest stems and best flowering; tolerates light part shade but produces fewer blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining sandy or loamy soils; thrives in slightly alkaline conditions typical of Adelaide gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; minimal water in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continual flowering; trim lightly in late winter to refresh foliage and maintain shape; avoid high-nitrogen fertilisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 years in well-drained soils (longer if divided periodically)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for Mediterranean and temperate SA — Adelaide Plains, foothills, Fleurieu, Yorke Peninsula, coastal suburbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to alkaline; tolerates mildly acidic soils if well drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCottage and mixed perennial borders needing long-season soft pastel tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator gardens where bees and butterflies are encouraged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut-flower beds — blooms have excellent vase life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterwise borders paired with Gaura, Salvia, Catmint, Verbena and ornamental grasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlfresco pots or courtyard displays for refined seasonal colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Focal Scoop Lilac’ provides months of exquisite lilac blooms with delicate texture, thriving in Adelaide’s dry, sunny climate. Heat-tolerant, long-flowering, pollinator-friendly and beautifully refined, it is a standout choice for gardeners wanting romantic colour with minimal fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48597804024060,"sku":"SCAB-CAUC-FOCA-SCOO-140MM","price":12.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/scabiosa-caucasica-focal-scoop-lilac-pincushion-flower-140mm-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1765494727","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/scabiosa-caucasica-focal-scoop-lilac","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}