Echinops ritro (L.)
Blue globe thistle
The big, blue one.
Although a thistle, these tall, spiky eye catching plants are very decorative and rather well behaved. An excellent choice for diversifying shape and texture as their bold outline adds an architectural touch to any type of planting scheme.
The steel blue colour lasts well for cutting and drying but wear gloves when handling as they are prickly. Consequently, rabbits are not that keen on them.
Good for a country garden.
Photo: Blackstem Plants
£ 6.00
Family
Plant type
Hardiness
Height
Spread
Foliage
Flower
Soil
Position
Asteraceae
Hardy perennial
H7
100cm
60cm
Silvery green
Steel blue
Poor, well drained
Full sun, partial shade