Globe Thistle
Other Names : Echinops ritro
Description:
Tight clusters of mid blue flowers form mini globes on long, strong stems. Superb in the border,Plant Notes:
Maintenance Tips
Deadheading: If the first blooms are deadheaded, several smaller, shorter blooms will appear. Deadhead to a lateral flower, bud or leaf.
Watering: Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping. Water occasionally and deeply to enable roots to grow and seek water levels. Shallow watering makes water needy plants.
Propagation Tips
Propagation: May need dividing every 6-10 years
Reseeds: Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Foliage Height: 24-36", Blooming Height: 40", Spread: 18"
Enviornment: Full Sun
Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9,
| Suitable for Garden Types | ||
| Xeriscape: Y | Cottage: Y | Border: Y |
| Other Statistics | |||
| Showy: Y | Deer Resistant: Y | Attracts Butterflies: Y | Attracts Birds: Y |