Echinops ritro, a plant to give the border a different look. Round thistle-like flower heads, steely blue in colour produced throughout the summer. Upright flower stems grow up to 120cm in height over grey-green foliage. Flowers make an interesting show especially in cut flower displays. Does well in most soil types especially in free draining conditions.
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