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ECHINOPS bannaticus
Commonly known as Globe thistle
Deep blue flowers
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Height - 1.2m (4ft) -
Spread - 60cm (24in)
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Herbaceous - Early 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 winter - Hardy 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) -
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Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - bees, butterflies, birds. -
Pests & Diseases - aphids -
Place of origin - southern Europe -
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - - - but tolerant of almost any soil.
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Wildlife - Bee friendly - -
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Rabbit Resistant
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Echinops - Care Guide
- Growing Echinops bannaticus – Globe Thistle
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ECHINOPS bannaticus 'Veitch's Blue' >
Commonly known as: Globe thistle.
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