Eryngium ‘Violetta', 3L
£18.00
notes
A good plant to add contrasting foliage interest to the front or middle of a sunny border, 'Violetta’ has teasel-like cones of violet blue flowers – like thimbles – surrounded by a ruff of silvery blue spiny bracts.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 3L
- Height and Spread: 70cm (2ft 3in) x 40cm (1ft 4in)
Features
notes
A good plant to add contrasting foliage interest to the front or middle of a sunny border, 'Violetta’ has teasel-like cones of violet blue flowers – like thimbles – surrounded by a ruff of silvery blue spiny bracts.
DETAILS
- Flowers: July - August
- Hardy
- Clump forming
- Drought tolerant
- Adds architectural interest to the winter border
- Self-seeds freely
- It is a popular choice for flower arrangements, both fresh and dried
PLANTING
- All dry soil types
- South, West or East aspect
- Full sun
CARE
Protect from winter waterlogging. Spikes can be sharp so plant away from walkways.
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