Echinops bannaticus 'Taplow Blue'

Also Known As

Echinops ritro 'Taplow Blue'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 15"-18"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Echinops bannaticus 'Taplow Blue' plant details

Echinops bannaticus 'Taplow Blue' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinops bannaticus 'Taplow Blue'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinops bannaticus 'Taplow Blue'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tennis ball sized metallic blue spheres project on frosted stalks from a mound of jagged, rich green, white backed leaves. Geometrically superior to less ambitious plants and every designers dream companion for soft flowing grasses. A clump forming perennial from south eastern Europe easily grown in any sunny, well drained soil, preferring some dryness over summer but occasional irrigation is essential for positive growth. The only Globe Thistle that I have so far tested that performs reliably in our climate, even in clay, though light or stony soils are more to its liking. Typically winter dormant it will however remain in growth and flower if the opportunity presents.