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ERYNGIUM x tripartitum

Commonly known as Sea holly , Tripartite eryngo

Small deep blue thistle flowers
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Narrowly-oval 3-lobed, toothed, dark-green leaves 6-12cm (2½-5in) long with some spines.
  • Blue
    Deep blue
  • Height
    60-90cm (24-36in)
  • Spread
    50cm (20in)
  • 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, many-branched perennial. Flowers in cones 1-2cm (½-¾in) long with bracts 3.5cm (1½in) long.
  • 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)
  • Full sun
    Protect from winter wet.

ERYNGIUM x tripartitum

 
Available Early Spring 2023 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
individually £13.00 each , 3+ £11.00 each 
Delivery Information Available Early Spring 2023
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - insects
    Pests & Diseases
    root rot, slugs, snails, powdery mildew.
    Place of origin
    Probably Mediterranean.
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Eryngium - Growing Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
60-90cm (24-36in)
 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  50cm (20in)
  

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