Echinops ritro 'Sea Stone'

Also Known As

Sea Stone Small Globe Thistle

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

3a-9b

Echinops ritro 'Sea Stone' plant details

Echinops ritro 'Sea Stone' 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 - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinops ritro 'Sea Stone'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinops ritro 'Sea Stone'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dwarf globe thistle grows to just 16 inches tall with nicely dissected, thistle-like foliage and green buds that gradually transform to blue as the star-shaped flowers open from the tops of the sphere to the bottom. A great bee and butterfly magnet.