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Echinops 'Veitch's Blue' Seeds
Echinops ritro 'Veitch's Blue'
Echinops ritro ‘Veitch’s Blue’, globe thistles and spiky foliage.
A striking garden centrepiece, Echinops ritro ‘Veitch’s Blue’ brings a spectrum of deep blue globe thistles from spring to late summer. These architectural beauties, with their spiky foliage, command attention all season, adding intrigue to both fresh and dried arrangements with their radiant spheres. Requiring minimal care, they accentuate garden beds and borders with unique elegance.
Approx 65 seeds
- Hardy Perennial
- Sun Loving
- Drought Resistant
- Pollinator-Friendly
Echinops 'Veitch's Blue' Seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Echinops 'Veitch's Blue' seeds produce striking globe thistles with spiky blue flowers, ideal for adding architectural interest to borders. Sow seeds from March to September, either directly or in pots. They prefer full sun and well-drained soil, with moderate watering. Harvest flowers in summer for dried arrangements.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Echinops 'Veitch's Blue' Seeds
- Sow:March–September, direct or in pots
- Germination:7–14 days
- Grow:Full sun, well-drained soil, hardy perennial
- Water:Moderate; allow soil to dry between watering
- Harvest:Summer, cut flowers when fully open
- Best for:Borders, pots, dried flower arrangements
This resilient perennial features spiky foliage and radiant blue flower heads that bloom from summer to autumn. Ideal for garden beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements, it thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Low-maintenance and pollinator-friendly, it brings a touch of unique elegance and colour to any garden space.
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Echinops 'Veitch's Blue' – Stunning Globe Thistle Seeds
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