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ERYNGIUM variifolium
Commonly known as Eryngo, Variable-leaved sea holly
Evergreen marbled leaves with silver blue thistles. Grows up to 2 feet
£13.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £12.00 each
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Endangered in the wildThese plants are listed on the International Union for Conservation of Nature's list of 'Red Plants'. This is a list of threatened species in the wild, they are either critically, endangered or vulnerable to extinction.Vulnerable
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects, butterflies. -
Pests & Diseases
root rot, slugs, snails, powdery mildew. -
Place of origin
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EvergreenOvate, toothed, spiny, dark-green leaves 5cm (2in) long, heart-shaped at the base.
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Blue
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Height
30-40cm (12-16in) -
Spread
25cm (10in)
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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. Flowers 3cm (1¼in) long with sharply- pointed silver-white bracts to 4cm (1½in) long.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Full sun
Protect from winter wet. -
Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size30-40cm (12-16in)
25cm (10in)
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