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    Eryngium mesopotamicum

    Also Known As

    • Eryngium p. lesseauxii
    • Eryngium pandanifolium var. lasseauxii
    • Sea Holly

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 4'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 7b-10b

    Eryngium mesopotamicum plant details

    Eryngium mesopotamicum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer silver flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Eryngium mesopotamicum

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: apiaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT tall
    Flowers: silver blooms in summer
    Uses: architectural, border plant, spiky

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Eryngium mesopotamicum

    USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Eryngium mesopotamicum plant

    How to Grow Eryngium mesopotamicum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • silver

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 5'

    Width: 3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
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    Eryngium paniculatum

    aka Chupalla, Sea Holly

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 2'-6'

    Width: 2'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Eryngium paniculatum flower by Stan Shebs
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    Eryngium agavifolium

    aka Eryngium bromeliifolium, Agave Leaved Sea Holly, Sea Holly

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 3'-5'

    Width: 24"

    • sun
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Eryngium agavifolium foliage, form by Kenpei
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    Eryngium bourgatii

    aka Mediterranean Sea Holly

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'

    Width: 1'

    • sun
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Eryngium bourgatii foliage by Cistus Nursery
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    Eryngium 'Sapphire Blue' PP11088

    aka Sapphire Blue Sea Holly

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 1'-2'

    • sun
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Eryngium 'Sapphire Blue' PP11088 flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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