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ERYNGIUM x zabelii 'Jos Eijking'
Commonly known as Eryngo, Variable-leaved sea holly
Grows to around 3 feet in height with intensely blue stems and flowers with a steely sheen
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Heart-shaped, spiny toothed, basal leaves 8-12cm (3-5in) long. Stem leaves are deeply 3-lobed
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Blue
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Height70cm (28in)
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Spread60cm (24in)
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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, tap-rooted perennial. Produces spherical-cylindrical umbels 2-4cm (¾-1½in) across of long-lasting, violet-blue flowers with rigid, spiny toothed bracts 6cm (2½in) long
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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)
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Full sun
ERYNGIUM x zabelii 'Jos Eijking'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowE. alpinum x E. bourgattii. Wildlife plant - beesPests & DiseasesSlugs, snails, root rot, powdery mildewPlace of originGarden origin. Holland
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soilProtect from winter wet
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WildlifeBee friendlyButterfly friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Eryngium - Growing Guide
70cm (28in)
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60cm (24in) |
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