Eryngium Blue Hobbit
As low as €4,25 per package
- Adds textural interest to borders and containers
- Attractive, globular, spiky, silvery blue flowers
- 20 seeds per pack
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This popular blue thistle variety is naturally dwarf and compact (Up to 30cm tall) and especially floriferous.
It is a true perennial with strong, erect stems that are an ornamental silver-blue colour. Sea holly is a favorite of flower arrangers due to its striking foliage and flower-heads.
We ship our Erynguym Blue Hobbit seeds for delivery anywhere in Europe.
How to grow Eryngium Blue Hobbit from Seeds
Sow into moist, well-drained seed compost, covering with a very thin layer of soil. Place the entire seed container inside a plastic bag and keep in the fridge at 4°C for 2-3 weeks (or outside if weather permits).
Remove from fridge and place in a shady part of the garden, keeping the container covered with plastic or glass. Germination is irregular at 5-90 days. As each seed germinates in turn transplant to a 7cm pot.
Eryngium likes full sun and sandy, well-drained soil. Water the plants well after first transplanting. After they are established, they are quite drought-tolerant and need less frequent watering. They don't like being re-transplanted after they are well established as their roots are often several feet long.
As a perennial, sea holly will come back year after year and self-seeds easily (without being invasive).
Read the most frequently asked questions about Eryngium seeds
Fast Facts
- Article number:
- 33522-11
- Botanical Name:
- Eryngium Planum
- Common Name:
- Blue Thistle, Sea Holly
- Days to germinate:
- Germination is erratic. It can take between 5-90 days but is worth the wait!
- Flowering time:
- May, June, July, August
- Hardiness and Longevity:
- Hardy Perennial
- Height:
- Up To 30cm
- Ideal For:
- Containers, patio, wildlife gardens, cut flower garden
- Spread:
- Up To 30cm
- Sunlight:
- Full sun