blue globe thistle
Echinops bannaticus 'Blue Glow'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Root Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Steel blue Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Blue Globe Thistle requires moderate watering. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. During the summer months, the plant may need to be watered twice per week; during winter months, watering can be reduced to once per week. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.
sunlight
Blue globe thistle (Echinops bannaticus 'Blue Glow') requires at least 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. The plant grows best planted in a spot that gets full sunlight in the early morning and late afternoon, and good morning light in the afternoon. The plant also prefers light, well-drained soil, and does well in a rock garden or along a sunny border. It is important not to overwater blue globe thistle, as this can cause fungus and rots.
pruning
Blue Globe Thistle should be pruned in early spring before any new growth has begun. Pruning should be kept minimal and only light deadheading of spent blooms should be done in order to maintain the shape of the shrub. Plants should also be cut back to the ground in late winter or early spring if needed to control their size or shape. All pruning should be done carefully to avoid damaging the stems or flower buds.
