About
A colourful annual, reaching 20-60cm, with a compact form with bright leaves. It bears masses of blooms. 'Albus' is valued in garden settings.
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, hanging baskets
Care notes
CultivationFertile, moist soil in full sun
PruningDeadhead regularly
PropagationSow seed in spring
Pest resistanceAphids and slugs
Disease resistanceGrey mould in wet conditions