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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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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:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.