Echinops bannaticus 'Blue Glow'

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Blue Glow Globe Thistle

Deep blue, round flower clusters top off the bluish-green, thistle-like foliage on this perennial to 4 feet in height and 1.5 feet in width. This plant thrives in full sun, dry soil, and the heat of midsummer. The prickly foliage deters deer and rabbits.

Soil:
Dry
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Bloom Time:
July - August
Bloom Color:
Blue
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Specimen Plant
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Birds
Attracts Butterflies
Resistant To Deer
Plant Type:
Perennial
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8