Small scabious Scabiosa columbaria
| Plant Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Aliases | Lilac-flowered scabious |
| Flowering Period | June – September |
| Flower colour | Lilac – mauve |
| Soil type | Dry, free draining, high pH |
| Habitat | Grassland, meadows |
| Status | Common |
Small scabious
An attractive, native, perennial wildflower that produces lilac – mauve flowers blooming between June and September. Small scabious is happiest on dry, calcareous soils and attracts both bees and butterflies.
