Knautia macedonica

This relative of Scabiosa the so called pin cushion flower I grew from seed a long time ago.
I think it was 'Melton Pastels' from Thompson & Morgan, now they are seedlings of those plants mostly maroon in color. They are drought tolerant & have a cottage garden appearance. The tall stems from mostly basal foliage weave through the circle causing interesting combinations.

Here on a misty morning with Bronze Fennel
These self seed in the gravel path so they are in the Plant Sale at the Arboretum this year.
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