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 | Heritage Perennial Profile |
Here's the complete description for this Heritage Perennial. Drop in any time to see the rest of our collection.
| Plant Number: 1.205.130 | USDA Zone: 4 - 9 |
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 | Eryngium bourgatii |
 | Common name : Mediterranean Sea Holly |
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| Native to areas around the Mediterranean, this Sea Holly is a good choice for dry and sunny parts of the garden. It forms a low mound of unusual thistly-looking dark green leaves, heavily veined in silver. Taller stems appear in summer, holding branching heads of prickly blue flowers that are good for cutting or drying. Midsized, perfect for the border or in mixed containers.
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Appearance |
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Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal Sandy Clay
Soil pH Neutral Alkaline Acid
Soil Moisture Average Dry
Care Level Easy
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Flower Colour Deep Blue
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer
Foliage Color Deep Green Silver Variegated
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Border Containers Cut Flower Dried Flower Drought Tolerant Rabbit Resistant Massed
Flower Head Size Medium
Height 45-50 cm 18-20 inches
Spread 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
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