Cephalaria leucantha, commonly known as Giant Scabious, is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region, including northern Africa and southern Europe, particularly thriving in open grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes. It typically grows to a height of 35-59 inches (90-150 cm) with a similar spread. The plant features deeply divided, fern-like leaves and tall, branching stems topped with large, globular clusters of white or pale lemon flowers that bloom from July to November, attracting a variety of pollinators.

Giant Scabious is valued for its long flowering period and its ability to adapt to a range of garden settings, from informal borders to wildflower meadows. It is often used in cultivation for its ornamental flowers and as a nectar source for bees and butterflies. This plant prefers full sun to light shade and thrives in well-drained soil, tolerating drought once established. While generally low-maintenance, it may require staking in windy locations to prevent stem breakage. It is not commonly associated with serious diseases or pests, but powdery mildew can occasionally be a problem in humid conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0