Eryngium planum

Sea Holly

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Eryngium planum, known as Sea Holly, features striking metallic blue thistle-like flower heads on rigid stems with spiny grey-green foliage. A hardy perennial native to Europe and Asia Minor.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sea Holly
Family Apiaceae
Genus Eryngium
Species Planum
Origin Europe, Western Asia
Blooming Summer to Autumn, often used as cut flower
Leaf Color Grey-green, glaucous
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, sandy or gritty soil. Prefers poor to moderate fertility; heavy clay causes rot.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established. Water sparingly during dormancy to prevent root rot in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure (6+ hours daily) for compact growth and optimal flowering color.

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Fertilization

Minimal fertilizer required. Avoid nitrogen-rich feeds which cause floppy stems and reduced blooms.

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Pruning

Deadhead after flowering to control self-seeding. Cut back to ground level after frost in late autumn.

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Apr
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 45000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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