« Previous Plant  |  Next Plant »

Echinops bannaticus Blue Globe

Blue Globe Thistle

  • »  Dark blue globes of spiky flowers on sturdy stems
  • »  Gray-green foliage is covered in cobweb-like hair
  • »  Bloom Time: July to August
  • »  Foliage Height: 80cm
  • »  Flower Height: 100 cm
  • »  Globe Size: 40mm
  • »  Great for cut flowers market

1gal
$21.88
Currently Not Available
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
Flowering Time
• Summer
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Gray
• Green
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Echinops bannaticus 'Blue Globe'

Invasive in Ontario. Not yet on 'invasives' lists, but by observation of people in the know.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Echinops bannaticus 'Blue Globe'

Grows best in an average to moist, well-drained soil in full sun. It will adapt to a wide range of soils and moisture. Deadhead to encourage new blooms and prevent self-seeding.