ERYNGIUM serra

Commonly known as Chilean sea holly, Eryngo

Small green-white flowers
  • Evergreen
    Pineapple-like, saw-toothed strap-shaped leaves in rosettes
  • Green
    Green-white
  • Height
    1.5m (5ft)
  • Spread
    1m (39in)
  • 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. Massed heads of grape-sized, spiky flowers
  • 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
    Protect from winter wet

ERYNGIUM serra

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. Suitable for drying and makes an excellent cut flower
    Pests & Diseases
    Root rot, slugs, snails, powdery mildew
    Place of origin
    Chile
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
1.5m (5ft)
 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  1m (39in)
  

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