About
A colourful annual, reaching 20-60cm, with a compact form. It bears masses of blooms.
About the genus
Echinops can be annuals, biennials or perennials with simple or pinnately lobed, spiny leaves and spherical blue or whitish flower-heads
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers
Care notes
CultivationFertile, moist soil in sun
PruningDeadhead regularly
PropagationSow seed in spring
Pest resistanceAphids and slugs
Disease resistanceGrey mould