Eryngium tricuspidatum

Also Known As

Sea Holly

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

5a-8b

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Eryngium tricuspidatum plant details

Eryngium tricuspidatum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 tricuspidatum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eryngium tricuspidatum

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Prostrate clumps of arrow-shaped, dark green, leathery leaves with light green veins. The bluish flowers are held in thimble-like heads that sit on intricately spiky bracts that are green with white veins. This species hails from the African and European western Mediterranean.