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Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue'

Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' is a compact flowering perennial admired for its masses of rich blue pincushion flowers held above neat green foliage. The blooms appear over an extended season and attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making it an excellent choice for wildlife friendly gardens. Its tidy growth habit and long flowering period suit borders, containers, and cottage gardens. Well suited to New Zealand gardens, Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' delivers reliable colour and easy care performance.

Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' elegant blue flowers and lush green foliage.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Perennials
Height:30 cm
Spread:30 cm
Flowering time:Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku13073

How to grow Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' in NZ

Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' grows best in a sunny position with fertile, well drained soil. Improve the soil with compost before planting to encourage healthy establishment and prolific flowering. Water regularly during the first growing season and during extended dry periods, but avoid waterlogged conditions. A sunny location promotes the best flowering. With suitable growing conditions, this perennial establishes quickly and produces colourful blooms for many months.

Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' care tips

Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' is easy to maintain and benefits from regular deadheading to encourage continuous flowering. Apply a balanced garden fertiliser during spring to support healthy growth and abundant blooms. Remove damaged foliage as required and water during prolonged dry weather. Dividing mature plants every few years helps maintain vigour. With simple care, this variety provides an impressive display throughout the growing season.

Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' size, spacing, and growth rate

Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' typically grows to around 25 to 35 centimetres tall and 25 to 30 centimetres wide. Growth is moderate, allowing plants to establish quickly while maintaining a compact habit. Space plants approximately 25 to 30 centimetres apart to allow good airflow and even development. Under favourable conditions, this perennial forms a dense mound covered with vibrant blue flowers.

Landscaping uses for Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue'

Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' is ideal for cottage gardens, perennial borders, rock gardens, decorative containers, and mass plantings. The vivid blue flowers provide long lasting colour and combine beautifully with other flowering perennials and ornamental grasses. It is also excellent for cutting gardens and pollinator friendly landscapes. Its compact size and extended flowering season make it a valuable addition to many garden styles.

Why buy Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is New Zealand's most trusted plant nursery and supplies premium quality plants selected for outstanding garden performance. When you purchase Scabiosa 'Ritz Blue' from The Plant Company, you receive a healthy plant backed by expert advice and exceptional customer service. With carefully grown stock, fast nationwide delivery, and free shipping on orders over $150, The Plant Company makes it easy to establish this colourful perennial with confidence and success.

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