Plant Library

Globe Thistle Veitchs Blue

Common Name: Globe Thistle

Botanical Name: echinops

Variety: Veitchs Blue

Blossom Color: Blue

Bloom Time: Jun-Sep

Zone: 3 to 8

Exposure: Full Sun

Mature Height: 38"

Mature Width: 12-18"

Notes: Course spiny leaves and iridescent blue globe shaped flowers. Very tolerant of drought conditions and dry soils. Attract butterflies & hummingbirds. Deer resistant. An excellent cut flower and dried flower!