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ECHINOPS bannaticus
Commonly known as Globe thistle
Deep blue flowers
Further Reading....
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Height1.2m (4ft) -
Spread60cm (24in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Clump forming perennial. Densely grey-woolly stems and spiny, hairy, grey-green leaves to 25cm (10in) long. Produces spherical flowerheads 2.5-5cm (1-2in ) across.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sun -
Partial shade
ECHINOPS bannaticus
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Additional Features
Good to knowWildlife plant - bees, butterflies, birds.
Pests & DiseasesAphids
Place of originSouthern Europe -
Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a large border
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil- but tolerant of almost any soil.
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
Bird friendlyButterfly friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Echinops - Care Guide
- Growing Echinops bannaticus – Globe Thistle
- Supporting plants with link-stakes
- Drying Echinops for winter display - Video Tip ondemand_video
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Buy Varieties of ECHINOPS bannaticus
ECHINOPS bannaticus 'Taplow Blue'
Globe thistle
clear blue thistle flowers
Gift-wrapping available
individually £13.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each
ECHINOPS bannaticus 'Veitch's Blue'
Globe thistle
blue thistle-like flowers, with silver foliage
Gift-wrapping available
individually £13.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each
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