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

Eryngiumx zabelii

Family
Apiaceae (ay-pee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Eryngium (er-RIN-jee-um)
Species
x zabelii (zah-BEL-ee-eye)
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
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Blue-Green
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for drying and preserving
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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| 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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