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Echinops tienschanicum

Family Compositae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread 80 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Echinops tienschanicum (giant globe thistle) bears faded azure and fragrant blossoms during late summer to early fall. This plant has greyish green foliage. Find a prominent place in your garden for the stunning Echinops tienschanicum (giant globe thistle) which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, cut flowers, dried flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics Echinops tienschanicum attracts butterflies to your garden. Echinops tienschanicum is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.