Eryngium planum

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

Eryngium planum is a perennial. Stem leaves are blue tinted, with 3 to 5 lobes or sections. Rounded, 1/2"-3/4" wide, light blue flower heads are surrounded by narrow, blue green bracts. It makes for good cut flowers and dried flower arrangements.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Blue

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, Silver, White

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.