Sweet Scabious (Sixalix Atropurpurea) is a annual herb in the Caprifoliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Sixalix atropurpurea, also known as sweet scabious, is an ornamental annual herbaceous plant with striking scarlet to dark flowers.

Sweet Scabious

Sweet Scabious

Sixalix Atropurpurea

Sixalix atropurpurea, also known as sweet scabious, is an ornamental annual herbaceous plant with striking scarlet to dark flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sweet Scabious

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Caprifoliaceae
Genus:Sixalix