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Echinops ritro 'Veitch's Blue'

Globe Thistle

£6.99
£6.99
Echinops ritro 'Veitch’s Blue' is a compact and highly ornamental perennial, featuring vivid blue, spherical flower heads that attract pollinators and add texture to garden borders.
  • Architectural blue globe-shaped flowers
  • Attracts pollinators
  • Drought-resistant and low-maintenance
  • Excellent for fresh and dried flower arrangements
Size

    • Aspect

      Full sun

    • Hardiness

      Hardy

    • Flowers

      July, August

    • Soil type

      Well-drained, Loamy, Chalky

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    • Why we like this plant

      Echinops ritro 'Veitch’s Blue' is a must-have for those looking to add bold colour and texture to their garden. Its vibrant blue flowers, resilience to drought, and strong appeal to pollinators make it a reliable and visually striking choice for both contemporary and cottage-style landscapes.

    • About this plant

      A standout plant for its striking blue globe-like flowers and spiky silver-green foliage, Echinops ritro 'Veitch’s Blue' is a superb choice for adding structure and colour to summer gardens. Blooming from mid to late summer, its nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies. This hardy perennial thrives in poor, well-drained soils and is highly drought-resistant once established. With its robust stems and long-lasting blooms, it is also an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements, both fresh and dried.

    • Key features

      • Vibrant spherical blue flowers
      • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
      • Drought-tolerant and easy to grow
      • Silvery-green, deeply lobed foliage for added texture
      • Excellent for cut and dried flower arrangements

    • Height and
      spread

    • Growth
      habit

      Upright, clump-forming

    • Moisture

      Drought-tolerant once established; prefers dry to moderately moist soil

    • Position in
      the Garden

      Borders, prairie-style planting, wildlife gardens, and cut flower beds

    Planting guide

    • Space plants about 45-60cm apart to allow air circulation
    • Thrives in well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
    • Water regularly when young, then reduce once established

    Care tips

    • Plant in well-drained soil in full sun
    • Cut back after flowering to encourage a second flush of blooms
    • Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour
    • Handle with care, as stems and leaves can be slightly spiky

    Winter care

    • Leave seed heads intact for winter interest and wildlife
    • Cut back dead growth in early spring before new shoots emerge
    • Mulch lightly in colder regions to protect roots