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