Echinops gmelinii  |
| Family | Compositae |
| Plant Type | herbaceous perennial |
| Zone | USDA: 3a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 |
| Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. |
| Height | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) |
| Spread | 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in) |
| Light | full sun |
| Soil Moisture | average, well-drained |
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| Description | The herbaceous perennial Echinops gmelinii (globe thistle) bears showy flowers during mid-summer to late summer. |
| Typical Uses | Cut flowers and dried flowers. |