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Echinops sphaerocephalus 'Arctic Glow'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 20 - 45 cm (8 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Echinops sphaerocephalus 'Arctic Glow' (great globe thistle) bears showy and white flowers during early summer to late summer. The foliage is greyish green in colour. A specimen plant, Echinops sphaerocephalus 'Arctic Glow' (great globe thistle) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics Echinops sphaerocephalus 'Arctic Glow' has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.