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Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Eryngium planum |
|---|---|
| Colour | Silvery white thistles on tall, well branched stems |
| Days To Maturity | 365 days |
| Seeds Per Packet | 15 |
| Sowing Time | Seeds should be sown in late summer and fall |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
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Price
ZAR65.00
Eryngium White Glitter
A mass of small silvery white thistles on tall, well branched stems.
| Colour |
Silvery white thistles on tall, well branched stems
|
|---|---|
| Scientific Name |
Eryngium planum
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| Height |
45cm - 90cm
|
| Days To Maturity |
365 days
|
| Life Cycle |
Perennial
|
| Light Preferences |
Sun
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| Sowing Time |
Seeds should be sown in late summer and fall
|
| Days To Germination |
7 - 14 days
|
| Planting Space |
45cm - 60cm
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| Planting Tip |
Sow from March - November in a germination tray with growing medium. Cover with a very thin layer of the growing medium. Mist seeds 3 times a day on sunny days to ensure good germination. Plant out after 6-8 weeks
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| Pinch |
Pinching is not necessary
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| Seeds Per Packet |
15
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| Uses |
Excellent fresh cut or dried flower. For midborder in perennial beds
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| Netting |
No plant netting needed
|
| Harvesting Tips |
Fresh or dried: Cut when the entire flower head and bracts turn blue or white, depending on the cultivar. Can be hung to air dry, or dry in desiccant to preserve more colour
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| Germination |
Easy
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