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Globe Thistle

Globe Thistle

Echinops ritro

Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds Cut Flowers Resists Deer Resists Rabbits

SKU: P-ECHR
Collection: Perennials
Tags: echinops, globe thistle

Unique, metallic blue globes are held high above prickly, deep green foliage. Thrives in heat.

Details

Botanical NameEchinops ritro
Height80cm
Spread60cm
ExposureFull Sun
HardinessZone 3
Flower ColourBlue
Bloom MonthsJuly, August, September
FeaturesAttracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Cut Flowers, Resists Deer, Resists Rabbits

Planting Instructions

Diagram of plant in large hole filled with soil
  • Remove from the growing container.
  • Dig a hole 2 times container size and same depth of container.
  • Refill with dry soil.
  • Water thoroughly after planting.