Star Frost Globe Thistle

Echinops bannaticus 'Star Frost'

  • Silver-white globes of spiky flowers on sturdy stems
  • Gray-green foliage is covered in cobweb-like hair
  • Bloom Time: July to September
  • Foliage Height: 80cm
  • Flower Height: 100 cm
  • Globe Size: 40mm
  • Great for cut flowers market

ZONE:
2

COLOUR:
Silver, White

HEIGHT:
90-100 cm

SPREAD:
75-90 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Grows best in an average to moist, well-drained soil in full sun. It will adapt to a wide range of soils and moisture. Deadhead to encourage new blooms and prevent self-seeding.

Additional Notes about Star Frost Globe Thistle:


Invasive in Ontario. Not yet on 'invasives' lists, but by observation of people in the know.

Characteristics & Attributes


GROWTH RATE:
Medium
FLOWERING TIME:
Lt. Sum-Fall
Summer
HABIT:
Upright
Clumping
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green
Gray