An unusual flower for the summer garden, these blue thistle-like blooms add a unique texture. If cut back after blooming, they will send up new flowers. They make excellent dried and cut flowers.
Latin Name
Echinops ritro
Family
Asteraceae
Type of Plant
Perennials
Bloom Season
July - September
Seasons
Summer
Specifications
Max Height: 4'
Max Spread: 2.5'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Tolerances
Attracted Wildlife
Butterflies
Colors
Native Range
Southeastern Europe
History
John Custis of Williamsburg received globe [thistle] from his friend Peter Collinson in 1738.
Other Details
Pollinator
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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