Overview
Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Eryngium, part of the Apiaceae family, with evergreen, deciduous foliage. Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include rock gardens, borders and containers. It is native to Andorra, France, Spain and Morocco.
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
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- dry to medium
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- herbaceous perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- rock gardens, borders, containers
- Native to
- Andorra, France, Spain, Morocco
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil in full sun; drought tolerant once established
- Pruning
- Remove spent flower heads to encourage tidy growth
- Propagation
- seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Leaf and bud eelworms, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Root rot, Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst'?
Prefers well-drained soil in full sun; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst'?
Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst' need?
Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst' grows best in well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.
How do I prune Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst'?
Remove spent flower heads to encourage tidy growth.
Is Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst' hardy in the UK?
Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Eryngium bourgatii 'Picos Amethyst'?
Seed, 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
