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Eryngium planum 'Hellas'

Also Known As

  • Hellas Sea Holly

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Eryngium planum 'Hellas' plant details

Eryngium planum 'Hellas' 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 water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eryngium planum 'Hellas'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eryngium planum 'Hellas'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A bushy thistle-like plant with thick stems of leathery, blue-green, heart shaped foliage rising from a basal rosette. The blue stems branch into sprays of very blue egg-shaped flower clusters. An intriguing textural and architectural addition to the perennial border. Plant in well-drained soil.

Gardening facts about Eryngium planum 'Hellas' plant

How to Grow Eryngium planum 'Hellas'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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