Eryngium consists of annuals, biennials, and perennials characterized by either entire or lobed foliage, frequently displaying spiny margins. The flower heads are cone-shaped and are typically encircled by a prominent whorl of spiny bracts.

Eryngium x olivierianum Magical Star ('Dekostar') (Magical Series)

Eryngium x tripartitum is a perennial that forms clumps, typically reaching heights of 60 to 90 cm. It features a basal rosette of grey-green leaves that are divided into three lobes. From midsummer through early autumn, it produces upright, branched stems that display cone-shaped purple flower heads, which are framed by narrow, dark blue bracts.

Eryngium x tripartitum

Eryngium x tripartitum 'Electric Blue'

Eryngium x tripartitum 'Fool's Gold' (v)

Eryngium x tripartitum 'Variegatum' (v)

Eryngium yuccifolium is a perennial plant that retains its foliage year-round. It features long, narrow leaves with spiny margins, displaying a blue-grey hue. In late summer, this species produces branched stems adorned with clusters of small, oval-shaped white flower heads.

Eryngium yuccifolium

Eryngium yuccifolium 'Green Sword'

Eryngium yuccifolium 'Kershaw Blue'

Eryngium yuccifolium Magical Green Globe ('Kolmgrobe'PBR) (Magical Series)

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