Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in autumn and winter to prevent waterlogged roots, especially if grown in containers.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Cephalaria joppensis, Jaffa Scabious, is a striking perennial with upright stems bearing pincushion-like flowers, suitable for sunny borders and attracting pollinators.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy in temperate climates; protect from extreme frost when young.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring; prefers lean to moderate soil.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in autumn and winter to prevent waterlogged roots, especially if grown in containers.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Cut back the plant in late autumn or early spring to ground level to remove dead foliage and promote new growth.
Pruning also helps to prevent self-seeding if unwanted.
Easily propagated from seed sown in spring, either directly outdoors or started indoors a few weeks prior. Division of established clumps in spring or autumn is also effective.
Seeds may require stratification for improved germination.
Container-grown plants may require repotting every 2-3 years in spring, moving to a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent water accumulation around the roots.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Jaffa Scabious (Cephalaria joppensis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Dipsacales |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus | Cephalaria |
| Species | Cephalaria joppensis |
Similar in genus Cephalaria
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
