Eryngium planum 'Jade Frost'

Also Known As

Jade Frost Sea Holly

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-30"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

5a-9b

Eryngium planum 'Jade Frost' plant details

Eryngium planum 'Jade Frost' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with variegated foliage. In summer blue and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eryngium planum 'Jade Frost'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eryngium planum 'Jade Frost'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A 7" mound of leathery blue-green foliage edged in cream (pinkish when cool) along with shining silver-violet-blue pincushion flowers on 30" stalks make this spectacular drought-tolerant plant glow. S/M-D/GDr PP17370

By: Forestfarm

This intriguing member of the carrot family is a garden favourite for its true blue thimble like inflorescences held above equally blue thistly bracts. Now add some variegation to the picture. 'Jade Frost' has green leaves with white to creamy white variegation that is pink in cool temperatures. A must have for those who love blue flowers and variegation.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

One of our favorite perennials of the past few years with gorgeous pink, cream & green leaves with white and blue flowers. Clumping habit 2' tall stems. PP17370