Blue Globe Thistle ‘Blue Globe’
Blue Globe Thistle ‘Blue Globe’
Echinops bannaticus ‘Blue Globe’
Echinops bannaticus ‘Blue Globe’
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- Drought-tolerant and ideal for sunny gardens.
- Attractive to bees and butterflies through nectar-rich flowers.
- Long blooming period from summer to autumn.
- Low maintenance and winter-hardy.
- Decorative blue bulb-shaped flowers for structure in borders.
Echinops bannaticus ‘Blue Globe’ Blue Globe Thistle is a striking perennial with compact, upright stems and spherical royal-blue heads that catch the eye in any border. Its long-lasting blooms brighten beds year after year.
The sturdy plant thrives in sun and well-drained soil, with strong, thistle-like foliage and a tidy habit that stays neat as it grows. Perfect for a natural or structured look, it adds height and drama.
A favorite for pollinators and garden paths, this pollinator-friendly choice brings vibrant summer color and steady presence to mixed borders, containers, and prairie-style plantings.
Care and Watering
Echinops bannaticus ‘Blue Globe’ loves full sun and well-drained, gritty soil. Water deeply only when the top inch dries; avoid soggy roots and mulch lightly to retain moisture in heat.
Maintenance
Lightly deadhead after bloom to tidy, and prune back in late winter. Divide every 3–4 years to maintain vigor and good air flow to deter diseases.
Location and Tips
Choose a sunny, open spot with good drainage. Stake tall stems, wear gloves for spines, and skip overwatering in winter for best results.
Echinops bannaticus 'Blue Globe' globe thistle adds a sculptural touch with its perfect globes and striking blue-gray flowers. Ideal as an eye-catcher in borders and prairie compositions.
Its nectar-rich flowers attract butterflies and bees and give color and structure to summer and dried bouquets.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 3 a 5 |
| Standing | Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Cut flower., Dried flower., Deciduous. |
| Flower color | Blue |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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