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Cephalaria gigantea

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Cephalaria gigantea

Very tall wavy stems topped with large lemon yellow scabious-like flowers. Easy to grow. May need staking or support. Hardy. Up to 2m.

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Description

Very tall wavy stems topped with large lemon yellow scabious-like flowers. Looks stunning against an evergreen background. Very easy to grow. May need staking or support, but I don't bother. To 2m. Hardy

At A Glance

Common Name Giant scabious
Type Hardy Perennial
Height over 1.2m
Colour yellow
Spread Rate moderate
Flowering mid summer
Soil Type normal,drained,dry
Aspect part-shade,sun
Pollination Attractive to pollinators

Sue's Notes

One of the most beautiful flowers in the garden. I love the way the flowers weave up through shrubs. Give it a bit of elbow room.