Upright perennial with a clumping-habit and branched stems. Spiny, thistle-like green to blue-green foliage. Compound, globe-shaped, blue-grey flowers surrounded by a spiky, metallic blue bract. Blooms early to late summer. Great for mixed borders, rock gardens and wildflower gardens. It is an interesting dried flower for arrangements.
Eryngium planum 'Blue Hobbit'
Sea Holly
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture
- Spiny, blue flowers heads
- Silver-blue stems and foliage
- Summer bloomer; long lasting flowers
- Compact, dwarf variety
Border or Bed
Container
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Garden
Heat Tolerant
Mass Planting
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in well-drained soil and full sun Thrives in hot, dry location Low maintenance plant, does not transplant well - best left undisturbed once established
Height: 8-12 in
Spread: 10-12 in
Spacing: 6-12 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Blue
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Container
- Summer Bloomer
- Rock Garden
- Focal Point
- Garden
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
- Heat Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
- Edging
- Border or Bed
- Drought Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Silver
- Blue
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Songbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Dry Soil
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Eryngium
Common Name: Sea Holly
Upright perennial with a clumping-habit and branched stems. Spiny, thistle-like green to blue-green foliage. Compound, globe-shaped, blue-grey flowers surrounded by a spiky, metallic blue bract. Blooms early to late summer. Great for mixed borders, rock gardens and wildflower gardens. It is an interesting dried flower for arrangements.