Blue Globe Thistle ‘Taplow Blue’
Blue Globe Thistle ‘Taplow Blue’
Echinops bannaticus ‘Taplow Blue’
Echinops bannaticus ‘Taplow Blue’
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- Blue bulb flowers
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Long-lasting bloom
- Low maintenance
- Drought-tolerant & prairie-friendly
Echinops bannaticus ‘Taplow Blue’ Blue Globe Thistle is a compact perennial with bold, rounded blossoms and silvery foliage. The Taplow Blue form delivers striking blue spheres that catch the eye in any garden setting.
This herbaceous border favorite bursts into bloom in late summer, with sturdy stems and long-lasting flower heads. It attracts pollinators and adds architectural presence to sunny locations.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soils, it forms a neat clump and offers reliable, seasonal impact without fuss. A true focal point for mixed borders.
Care and Watering
Water deeply during dry spells, then let soil dry between waterings. Plant in well-drained soil with full sun; Taplow Blue tolerates drought once established.
Maintenance
Deadhead fading blooms and cut back stems in spring; divide every 3–4 years.
Location
Grow in full sun with good air circulation. Prefers well-drained soil; avoid persistently wet clay.
Tips
Provide a stake in windy spots; mulch to retain moisture; wear gloves for the spines.
Echinops bannaticus ‘Taplow Blue’ globe thistle brings a striking sculptural element to the border with its cobalt-blue flowers and spherical silhouette. This perennial immediately draws attention and forms a beautiful contrast with soft pollen and warm-coloured prairie plants.
Ideal for those seeking a statement in summer borders: color, form and butterfly- and bee-friendly in one plant. Additionally, it shines as a dried flower in floral arrangements.
| 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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