Echinops ritro - Globe Thistle

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A hardy, clump-forming perennial with spiny, grey-green foliage and striking, spherical, steel-blue flower heads held on upright stems. Echinops ritro adds architectural interest t o borders, gravel gardens, and naturalistic plantings and is valued for its long-lasting blooms and drought tolerance. Exposure: Highly wind-tolerant; moderately coastal tolerant if well-drained. Size: Typically 60–120 cm (24–48 in) high and 45–60 cm (18–24 in) spread. Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates poor, dry, or rocky soils. Sun: Full sun for best flowering and compact growth. Flowering Time: Summer (July–August). Wildlife Benefits: Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators; seeds provide food for birds. Show more