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Eryngium planum 'Blaukappe'

Common name(s): Flat Sea Holly, Flat Leaf Eryngo
Family name: Apiaceae
Common family name: Carrot Family
USDA hardiness zone(s): 5
Perennation: perennial
Light level: sun, partial sun
Flower color: blue
Plant height: 2 feet - 2 feet 6 inches
Plant spread: none recorded
Deciduous: deciduous
Growth form: bushy
Leaf color: gray
Range: Cultivated
Habit: herbaceous
Special characteristics: Drought Tolerant
Sea holly is a good plant to add emphasis to a garden area because of its bold texture and steel-blue flower color. The flowers dry well. The species is native to eastern Europe.

Relocation of this plant is not recommended as it has a long tap root.

Zones 5 - 8

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