Quick Facts
Scientific Name | Eryngium planum |
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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 |
Quick Facts
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
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Scientific Name |
Eryngium planum
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Height |
45cm - 90cm
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Days To Maturity |
365 days
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Life Cycle |
Perennial
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Light Preferences |
Sun
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Sowing Time |
Seeds should be sown in late summer and fall
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Days To Germination |
7 - 14 days
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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
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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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