Eryngium giganteum 'Silver Ghost'

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 30"-36"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Eryngium giganteum 'Silver Ghost' plant details

Eryngium giganteum 'Silver Ghost' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial with green and white foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eryngium giganteum 'Silver Ghost'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 30 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: compact, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, reseeding, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eryngium giganteum 'Silver Ghost'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Broader, more compact form of ‘Miss Wilmott’s Ghost’ this glowing, silvery leafed biennial, 2.5 – 3’ tall comes up soft and green the first year…then the second year the metallic, silver ghost arises, with its sculpted. spiny leaves, topped by otherworldly, silver blue, domed flower heads surrounded by thistle-like bracts on branched upright stems that become next years seed crop to repeat the cycle. Blooms happen in June-July but flowers approach everlasting status in the garden. Stems and flowers are excellent in fresh and dried arrangements! Sun, well-drained soil, regular moisture preferred but takes less. Deer/critter resistant.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Gardening facts about Eryngium giganteum 'Silver Ghost' plant

How to Grow Eryngium giganteum 'Silver Ghost'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- white
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous