Overview
Eryngium bourgatii is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Eryngium, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.15–0.45 metres tall. Eryngium bourgatii grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, coastal, gravel garden, wildlife gardens, cut flowers and flower borders and beds. It is native to France, Morocco and Spain.
About
Eryngium bourgatii, the Mediterranean sea holly, is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae native to Andorra, France, Spain, and Morocco. It is an herbaceous perennial, growing to 15–45 cm (6–18 in) tall.
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About the genus
Eryngium is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae. There are about 250 species. The genus has a cosmopolitan distribution, with centres of diversity in the western Mediterranean, South America and Mexico.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Eryngium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Eryngium bourgatii size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- herbaceous perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.15–0.45 metres
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Coastal, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- France, Morocco, Spain
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Eryngium bourgatii
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil in full sun; drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogged conditions.
- Pruning
- Remove spent flower heads to encourage tidy growth; cut back foliage in late autumn or early spring.
- Propagation
- Seed, Root cuttings, Division
- Pest resistance
- Leaf and bud eelworms, Slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Root rot, Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Eryngium bourgatii?
Prefers well-drained soil in full sun; drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogged conditions.
Where is the best place to plant Eryngium bourgatii?
Eryngium bourgatii prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Eryngium bourgatii need?
Eryngium bourgatii is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How do I prune Eryngium bourgatii?
Remove spent flower heads to encourage tidy growth; cut back foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How big does Eryngium bourgatii grow?
Eryngium bourgatii reaches a height of 0.15–0.45 metres.
Is Eryngium bourgatii hardy in the UK?
Eryngium bourgatii has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Eryngium bourgatii?
Seed, Root cuttings, Division.
More in the Eryngium genus
- Eryngium agavifoliumSea Holly
- Eryngium bromeliifoliumpineapple-leaved eryngo
- Eryngium eburneum
- Eryngium horridumSea Holly
- Eryngium planum 'Blaue Kappe'Blue Eryngo
- Eryngium planum 'Seven Seas'Blue Eryngo
- Eryngium proteiflorumprotea-like-flowered eryngo
- Eryngium serraSea Holly
