& Eryngium Planum 3 Bare Root Plants

The ideal, drought tolerant and resilient plant for a coastal garden, but also great for a cottage garden mixed border. Eryngium planum (Sea Holly) puts on a long lasting display every summer of blue spiky flowers on rigid upright silver-green stems. Not only are these architectural plants strong and reliable, but their nectar-rich flowers are beneficial to wildlife too, attracting bees and butterflies. Perfect for a hot, sunny space and also suitable for exposed sites, a great choice for plugging gaps in the border. Pot up plants and grow them on in frost free conditions until all risk of frost has passed. When plants are well grown, gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days before transplanting into borders and containers. The herbaceous perennials in this collection can be grown in any moist, fertile soil, in sun or semi shade. Work some compost or general fertiliser into the top 20cm of the soil prior to planting. Grow sea holly plants on light, well drained soil in full sun. Eryngium plants particularly dislike cold, wet soil in winter which may cause the crown to rot. If planting on heavy soils, dig in plenty of coarse grit to improve drainage prior to planting. Feed and water regularly throughout the growing season until plants are fully established. Leave faded eryngium flower heads in place until spring to benefit from the winter interest they will add to your borders. In cold wet soils, use a cloche to protect the crown of the plant from winter rainfall. Lift and divide overcrowded clumps of eryngium in spring. Only lift it when necessary as sea holly can be slow to re-establish. Position: Full Sun Height: Up to 60cm when fully established Spread: Up to 30cm when fully established Supplied as 3 x Eryngium planum bare root plants Delivered with growing and care instructions Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Ima Features: This is a hardy and resilient outdoor perennial plant with long lasting blue flowers in summer which attract bees and butterflies. Ideal for cottage and coastal gardens Bee friendly perennial with nectar-rich spiky blue flowers during the summer months held on rigid, silver-blue upright stems Resilient and drought tolerant perennial perfect for dry, sunny border. Low maintenance and reliable, ideal for cottage gardens or potted as a patio plant. They are tolerant to harsh coastal conditions Specifications: Model Number: KB3512