eryngo
Eryngium aquaticum
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Eryngo (Eryngium aquaticum) should be watered when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. When doing so, make sure to give it a thorough soaking, allowing water to penetrate deeply into the soil. Allow for the top inch or so of soil to dry out before watering again. In general, it should be watered every 3-4 days in the summer months and every 5-7 days in the winter months.
sunlight
Eryngo plants require full sun for optimal growth and vigor. It is ideally suited for growing in USDA zones 5-9, and is happiest when placed in a bright, sunny location that receives at least 5 hours of direct sunlight each day. It does not tolerate excessive moisture or shade, so a well-drained location is best. It is important to remember that the amount of sunlight your plant receives on any given day will be affected by weather conditions, so make sure to adjust your watering and other care activities accordingly.
pruning
When it comes to pruning Eryngo (Eryngium aquaticum), it's best to reserve pruning for late spring. The plant naturally flowers during the summer months, so by pruning in spring you ensure that you give the flowering period a boost and help revive the plant over the summer. Generally it is best to prune the plant back anywhere between 20% to 30%, removing the dead flower spikes and trimming the longest stems of the year. This will promote a healthier, bushier growth, and eliminate overcrowding of the foliage. It's also best to avoid pruning too heavily as this can potentially damage the plant.
