We're offering you a Scabious Kudos Pink Perennial for £8.99, saving you up to 55% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £19.99 (correct as of 09.12.2025).

Transform Your Garden with Scabiosa 'Kudos Pink'

Scabiosa 'Kudos Pink', also known as the Pincushion Flower, is a standout perennial prized for its prolific pink blooms and ability to attract pollinators. Part of the Caprifoliaceae family, this variety is celebrated for its compact habit and extended flowering period, making it an essential addition for any gardener seeking colour and wildlife.

Why Choose Scabiosa 'Kudos Pink'?

• Breathtaking Blooms: Enjoy a cascade of bright pink flowers from late spring right through to early autumn.
• Wildlife Friendly: Bees and butterflies flock to its nectar-rich blossoms, helping support local pollinator populations.
• Extended Seasonal Interest: After flowering, the distinctive seedheads add architectural intrigue to your beds and borders.
• Versatility: Ideal for traditional cottage gardens, mixed borders, or as a statement in patio pots.

Growing Guide & Care Tips

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or early autumn for strong root establishment.
• Position: Prefers full sun but tolerates light shade. Ensure soil is well-drained; avoid waterlogged spots.
• Soil: Grows best in moderately fertile, neutral to slightly alkaline soils (pH 6.5–7.5).
• Caring For Your Plant: Deadhead spent blooms regularly to prolong flowering. Cut back faded stems after blooming to encourage tidy growth and future flowers.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK (typically RHS H7), returning reliably each year.
• Mature Size: Reaches around 30–40cm tall and wide at maturity.

Design & Companion Planting Ideas

• Makes a striking partner with Lavender, Salvia, or Nepeta for a pollinator-friendly border.
• Adds texture and colour to gravel gardens or mixed perennial schemes.
• Suits containers—place near seating areas to enjoy visiting butterflies up close.

Your Plant Arrives Ready to Thrive

This deal includes one healthy Scabiosa 'Kudos Pink' supplied as a robust, pot-grown plant in a 1 litre pot—ready for immediate planting and enjoyment!

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The ideal planting time is spring or early autumn when soil is moist but not waterlogged.
• How much sun does it need?
  'Kudos Pink' thrives in full sun but will tolerate partial shade if necessary.
• How do I care for it after flowering?
  C ut back faded stems and remove spent flowers to encourage further blooms and maintain a tidy plant.