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πŸŒπŸ’™ Southern Globethistle (Echinops ritro) – 50 Unique Spiky Blue Flower Seeds

πŸŒπŸ’™ Southern Globethistle (Echinops ritro) – 50 Unique Spiky Blue Flower Seeds

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Description:
Echinops ritro, known as Southern Globethistle, is a striking perennial famous for its globe-shaped, spiky blue flowers that create a bold architectural feature in any garden. These hardy plants attract bees and butterflies, making them excellent for pollinator-friendly landscapes and adding texture and color to borders, rock gardens, and wildflower meadows.


Usage:
Ideal for perennial borders, wildflower gardens, cut flowers, and xeriscaping. Perfect for gardeners seeking unique, low-maintenance plants with architectural appeal.


Sowing Time:

  • Sow indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost.

  • Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost danger has passed.

  • Can be direct sown outdoors in spring.


Germination:

  • Germinates in 14–21 days at 20–25Β°C (68–77Β°F).

  • Sow seeds lightly covered with soil.


Soil Requirements:

  • Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.

  • Tolerates poor, dry soils.

  • Soil pH 6.0–7.5 ideal.


Light Requirements:

  • Full sun for best flowering and growth.


Watering:

  • Drought tolerant once established.

  • Moderate watering; allow soil to dry between watering.


Planting Tips:

  • Space plants 30–40 cm (12–16 inches) apart.

  • Deadhead to encourage more blooms.

  • Mulch in winter to protect roots in colder climates.


Height & Spread:

  • Grows 60–90 cm (24–36 inches) tall.

  • Spreads 30–45 cm (12–18 inches).


Additional Info:
Southern Globethistle is a captivating garden plant with its spiky, globe-shaped blooms that add unique texture and color. It’s drought tolerant, attracts pollinators, and makes a stunning cut flower with excellent vase life.


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Weight:1g or around 50 seeds


Echinops ritro

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