Taplow Blue Globe Thistle

Description

Product Description:

The Taplow Blue Globe Thistle (Echinops ritro 'Taplow Blue') is a striking and easy-to-grow perennial that adds a touch of vibrant color to any garden. Known for its unique globe-shaped blooms, this variety boasts large, round, steel-blue flowers that create a bold, eye-catching display. Perfect for flower borders, rock gardens, or as a statement piece in the landscape, this hardy plant attracts pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it a wonderful addition to your garden’s ecosystem.

Features:

• Color: Beautiful steel-blue globe-shaped flowers
• Plant Type: Perennial, with a strong, upright habit
• Size: Grows up to 90 cm (3 feet) in height and 60 cm (2 feet) in spread
• Foliage: Deeply lobed, dark green leaves that add texture to your garden
• Attracts Pollinators: Ideal for attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
• Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in dry, well-drained soils, once established
• Ideal for: Borders, rock gardens, cottage gardens, or as a cut flower
• Blooming Period: Flowers from mid-summer to early autumn
• Maintenance: Low maintenance, tolerant of poor soil conditions, and requires minimal watering once established

Specifications:

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, high-quality, organic seeds
• Planting Depth: 1/4 inch (0.5 cm)
• Germination Time: 10-21 days
• Planting Season: Spring or early fall
• Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 3-9
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun for best growth and flower production
• Watering Needs: Water regularly during the growing season, but ensure the soil is well-drained to avoid root rot
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil

Add the Taplow Blue Globe Thistle to your garden for a vibrant, low-maintenance perennial that provides stunning visual appeal and supports local wildlife!