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Great Globe-Thistle Seeds (Echinops Sphaerocephalus)
Great Globe-Thistle Seeds (Echinops Sphaerocephalus)
Spiky, spherical blooms that attract pollinators, perfect for low-maintenance and drought-tolerant gardens.
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Echinops Sphaerocephalus
Echinops sphaerocephalus, commonly known as the Great Globe Thistle, is a perennial plant admired for its striking spherical blooms and architectural presence. This hardy plant grows up to 1.5 meters tall (5 feet), with spiny, silvery-green leaves and round, blue or white flower heads that can reach up to 5 centimeters (2 inches) in diameter. Blooming in mid to late summer, it is a magnet for bees and butterflies, making it perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens. Tolerant of poor soils and drought, this low-maintenance plant adds texture and color to borders and wildflower gardens.
| Common name | Globe-Thistle |
|---|---|
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Echinops |
| Species | Echinops sphaerocephalus |
| Germination | Sow from late winter to spring in a good seed compost just covering the seed with compost and gently firm down compost and seal inside a polythene bag after sowing. Germination usually takes 10-20 days at 20-25C (70-75F). When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out, after all risk of frost, 60cm (24in) apart in a sunny spot on light well drained soil. |
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