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Outdoor plantsSKU 5390907241923

Knautia 'Thunder & Lightning'

Macedonian Scabious

2L pot
€9,95 EUR
€9,95 EUR
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LightFull sun· Partial shade
FloweringSummer to early autumn
Mature size45cm high · 45cm wide
SoilWell drained
Good for
BordersPollinators
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Knautia macedonica 'Thunder and Lightning'® – supplied in a 2-litre container

Plant Highlights: Cream-edged variegated foliage • Deep burgundy-purple pincushion flowers • Long flowering season • Excellent for pollinator-friendly planting

Overview

Knautia macedonica 'Thunder and Lightning'® is a distinctive herbaceous perennial combining striking variegated foliage with rich burgundy-purple, pincushion-like flowers. The grey-green leaves are edged with creamy white, providing season-long interest even before the flowers appear.

Flowering over a long period from summer into early autumn, the blooms are held on slender stems above the foliage, creating a light, naturalistic effect that blends beautifully with ornamental grasses and other cottage garden perennials.

Plant Details

Feature Details
Botanical Name Knautia macedonica 'Thunder and Lightning'®
Common Name Macedonian Scabious
Plant Type Herbaceous perennial
Supplied Form 2-litre container
Foliage Grey-green leaves with creamy white margins
Flower Colour Deep burgundy-purple
Flowering Season Summer to early autumn
Position Full sun or light partial shade
Soil Fertile, well-drained soil
Mature Height 45 cm
Mature Spread 45 cm
Hardiness RHS H5 (−15°C to −10°C).

Growing Guide

Plant in full sun for the best flowering, although it will also perform well in light partial shade. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and benefits from good air circulation. Avoid heavy, waterlogged ground during winter.

Water regularly while establishing, then only during prolonged dry periods. A spring mulch will help conserve moisture and improve soil structure.

Wildlife

The nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects, making this an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continued blooming throughout the season. Cut the plant back to ground level in late autumn or early spring after the foliage has died back.

Perfect For

  • Cottage gardens
  • Pollinator-friendly borders
  • Prairie-style planting
  • Mixed perennial borders
  • Gravel gardens
  • Cut flower gardens

Product Information

  • Supplied in a 2-litre container
  • Herbaceous perennial
  • Cream-edged variegated foliage with deep burgundy-purple flowers
  • Flowers from summer into early autumn
  • Best grown in full sun or light partial shade
  • Thrives in fertile, well-drained soil
  • Excellent for pollinator-friendly borders, naturalistic planting and cottage gardens

Growing & care

Plant type
perennial
Position & light
Full sun· Partial shade
Watering
Water regularly while establishing, then only during prolonged dry periods.
Soil & drainage
Well drained
Mature size
45cm high· 45cm wide
Flowering
Summer to early autumn· Purple· Burgundy· Multicolour
Foliage
deciduous

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Good for bordersPollinator friendly

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