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Eryngium planum

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

Eryngium planum is a perennial. Stem leaves are blue tinted, with 3 to 5 lobes or sections. Rounded, 1/2"-3/4" wide, light blue flower heads are surrounded by narrow, blue green bracts. It makes for good cut flowers and dried flower arrangements.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Rockery, Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Bank, Perennial Border

 

Special Uses

Filler

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing lawns with water wise alternatives, like UC Verde Buffalo grass, carex grasses or dymnondia.