Eryngium – Sea Holly
$5.25
Eryngium planum, commonly called sea holly, clump-forming perennial. Steel-blue, thistle-like flower heads, branched stems. Attracts pollinators! (to 32 tall), Summer bloom is often profuse.
Excellent for cut or dried flower arrangements.Approx 40 seeds
Description
Perennial. Easily grown in dry, sandy, well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerates poor soils. Avoid overwatering. This is a taprooted plant that transplants poorly and is best left undisturbed once established.
Excellent for cut or dried flower arrangements.
Used traditionally as a treatment for whooping cough, its antibacterial properties have interest as a natural preservative. Its high polyphenol content has driven research into anti inflammatory and antidiabetic qualities.
Zone: 5 to 8, Height: 1.5 to 2.5′ Blooms June -August, Full sun, Water: Dry, Maintenance: Low
Great for winter sowing! Direct sow the seeds in autumn, or stratify in the fridge for three weeks if sowing in the spring. This involves planting into moist soil and enclosing the container in a plastic bag in the fridge. When the three weeks are up, move the bagged container into a warm room and await germination.
Sow seeds 2mm (1/8?) deep. Germination can take 5 – 90 days, so be patient. Perennial seeds are usually a bit erratic in germination compared to annuals.
approx 40 seeds
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