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Blue Globe Thistle - Organic

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Echinops ritro

3–4' tall. Sometimes called Small Globe Thistle or Southern Globe Thistle. 

Luminous 1½" steel-blue spiky spheres balance atop stiff stems with deeply divided silvery green leaves. Echinops comes from the Greek word for ‘hedgehog.’ Excellent addition to wreaths and fresh or dried arrangements. Blooms mid to late summer. Beloved by bees and butterflies—leave the seedheads standing in fall to feed birds. 

Tolerates shallow rocky ground and dry sites. Plant 1–2' apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Z3.

(bare-root crowns)

Maine Grown. BACK!
ships in spring
Quick Details
Maine Grown
Yes
Lifecycle
perennial
Bloom Color
steel blue
Hardy to Zone
3
Additional Information

Herbaceous Perennial Plants

When you receive your order, open the bags and check the stock immediately. Roots and crowns should be firm and pliable. Surface mold is harmless and will not affect the plant’s future performance. Store plants in their packaging in a cool (35–40°) location until you are ready to plant. If it’s going to be awhile, you can pot up your perennials.

Do not plant bare-root perennial plant crowns directly outdoors before danger of frost has passed. Wet and/or cold conditions for an extended period may cause rotting.

For more info:
About planting bare-root perennials

Shipping

Items from our perennial plants warehouse ordered on or before February 20 will ship from March through early May, starting with warmer areas and finishing in colder areas.

Orders placed after February 20 will ship from April to May.