Globe thistle
Common Name: Globe thistle
Genus: Echinops
Species: bannaticus
Cultivar: 'Taplow Blue'
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline, Moist
Height: 120cm
Spread: 75cm
Time to plant seeds: April to May
Time to divide plants: September to May
Flowering period:
July
to
August
The prickly, grey-green leaves and powder-blue pompon flowers of this variety of globe thistle make it a striking architectural plant for the back of a summer border. It also works well planted in drifts in a wild garden. The flowers attract large numbers of bees, butterflies and other insects, and can be dried for winter decoration if cut while immature. Lift and divide overcrowded groups in autumn or spring.
Looks good with:
Cynara cardunculusEchinacea purpurea 'White Lustre'
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