Echinops ritro 'Veitch's Blue'

Also Known As

Veitchs Blue Small Globe Thistle

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

3a-9b

Echinops ritro 'Veitch's Blue' plant details

Echinops ritro 'Veitch's 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 - 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 'Veitch's Blue'

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 'Veitch's Blue'

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 plant has great architectural strength in the summer garden with clumps of thistle-like leaves and stems holding aloft perfectly spherical heads of blue flowers. These turn from a metallic colour to bright blue as the flowers open. The seed heads are also beautiful.