Eryngium giganteum

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Miss Willmott's Ghost

 
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: JJ Neilson Arboretum

 

Description

This short-lived perennial will grow 3'-4' high and has sturdy branches with blue green flowers on a silver ruff. As summer approaches, the entire plant will turn to an ivory color.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Biennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Green, White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Silver, White

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border

 

Special Uses

Filler

 

Attracts Wildlife

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.