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Eryngium, Alpine Eryngo, Alpine Sea Holly 'Jos Eijking'

Eryngiumx zabelii

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Family

Apiaceae (ay-pee-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Eryngium (er-RIN-jee-um)

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Species

x zabelii (zah-BEL-ee-eye)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

Herbaceous

This plant is resistant to deer

Height

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Dark Blue

Blue-Violet

Bloom Time

Mid Summer

Late Summer/Early Fall

Mid Fall

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Terri1948

| July 2014 | positive

Honey bees, as well as other bees and hoverflies love this plant. It is a must for any wildlife garden. I photographed this plant in ea...Read More

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Eryngiumx zabelii

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