globe thistle (Echinops Ritro) - Perennials

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun

Hardiness zone

3-9

Minimum temperature

−40°F (−40°C)

Soil type

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Alkaline

globe thistle

Echinops Ritro

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 3-9
Minimum temperature: −40°F (−40°C)
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained
Soil pH: Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height36 in-4 ft

Mature width24 in-36 in

Plant typePerennials

Bloom seasonSummer

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Fire tolerant⚖️Moderate

Pet safe—Safe

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Bees, Butterflies

globe thistle (Echinops Ritro) - Perennials

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