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ECHINOPS bannaticus 'Taplow Blue'
Commonly known as Globe thistle
Clear blue thistle flowers
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Height - 0.5 -1.2m (18in-4ft)
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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. 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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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - bees, butterflies, birds.
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Pests & Diseases - aphids
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Place of origin - southern Europe
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Hardiness - Fully hardy
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn
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Summer
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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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Bird friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Echinops - Care Guide
- Growing Echinops bannaticus – Globe Thistle
- Supporting plants with link-stakes
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0.5 -1.2m (18in-4ft)
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60cm (24in) |

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