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Eryngium ‘Sapphire Blue’
Sea Holly
USDA Zone: 4-9
Plant number: 1.205.230
Sea Holly features open umbels of steel-blue prickly flowers, which are a favourite for cutting, fresh or dried. This is a superb selection, featuring large bristly flowers on strong stems that are excellent for cutting. A versatile plant, fitting well into the sunny border but also terrific in pots or tubs. From Blooms of Bressingham®.
Further details for Eryngium ‘Sapphire Blue’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Appearance and Characteristics
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Easy
Flower Colour Deep Blue
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds Border Containers Cut Flower Drought Tolerant Rabbit Resistant Massed Specimen
Height 60-75 cm 23-29 inches
Spread 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium