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ERYNGIUM planum
Commonly known as Blue sea holly, Eryngo
Clump-forming with light blue flowers and blue green bracts. A useful cut flower with 3 foot stems
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Evergreen - oblong, toothed, dark-green basal leaves 5-10cm (2-4in) long with heart-shaped bases.
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Blue
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Height - 90cm (3ft)
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Spread - 45cm (18in)
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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. Cones of flowers 1-2cm (¾in) with spiky bracts to 2.5cm (1in) 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)
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Full sun - protect from winter wet.
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Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects.
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Pests & Diseases - root rot, slugs, snails, powdery mildew.
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Place of origin - southeastern Europe to central Asia.
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Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil -
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Wildlife - Bee friendly -
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Butterfly friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Eryngium - Growing Guide
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ERYNGIUM planum 'Jade Frost' >
Commonly known as: Eryngo, Sea holly .
Grey-green leaves edged creamy-white and developing pink tones. The foliage contrasts effectively with rich violet-blue flower clusters
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
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3 options from £6.00

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