ERYNGIUM planum 'Jade Frost'

Evergreen - grey-green leaves edged with cream and pinkish tints in spring.

Blue - violet blue

Height - 70cm (28in)

Spread - 30cm (12in)

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 erect perennial. Produces strong branching stems with numerous umbels 1-2cm (½-¾in) long of flowers with spiky bracts 2.5cm (1in) long.

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)

Full sun - avoid winter wet.

Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant. Attracts insects.

Pests & Diseases - slugs, snails, root rot, powdery mildew

Place of origin - garden origin. UK. Cornwall, J & M Cave.

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Leaf colour (if not green) - Gold variegated

Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil

Wildlife - Bee friendly

Butterfly friendly

Rabbit Resistant