Sea Holly. A perennial with rosettes of sharply toothed, glossy mid-green leaves. Branched stems of large cone-shaped bright blue flowers surrounded by spiny bracts. Max Height 60cm to 90cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Eryngium alpinum ‘Blue Star’
A perennial with rosettes of sharply toothed, glossy mid-green leaves. Branched stems of large cone-shaped bright blue flowers surrounded by spiny bracts.
Additional information
| Generic | Eryngium |
|---|---|
| Species | alpinum |
| Varietry | 'Blue Star' |
| Common Name | Sea Holly |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm, 90cm |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Dry |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Dried flowers |
| Toxicity | |
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