Eryngium planum
SEA HOLLY
Apiaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 3-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, neutral to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: medium soil salinity, heavy frost
0.9m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

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Origins: Europe-W Russia, SW Asia-Middle East

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Eryngium planum
SEA HOLLY
Apiaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 3-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, neutral to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: medium soil salinity, heavy frost
0.9m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: blue

Flowering Time: mid summer to early autumn

Bark & Stems: spiny leaves


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, dry style, coastal & cottage designs

Uses: accents, cut flowers, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: butterfly attracting






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