Sea Holly. A perennial with clumps of spine edged leaves. Upright stems of cone-shaped, green flowers surrounded by spiny bracts. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Eryngium horridum
A perennial with clumps of spine edged leaves. Upright stems of cone-shaped, green flowers surrounded by spiny bracts.
Additional information
| Generic | Eryngium |
|---|---|
| Species | horridum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Sea Holly |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, 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 | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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