Echinops bannaticus 'Blue Glow' (Globe Thistle)

Echinops bannaticus ‘Blue Glow’ – Globe Thistle

Electric-blue flower spheres burst into bloom from early to midsummer, perched atop tall, upright stems that draw bumblebees and nighttime pollinators in droves. Each globe is backed by striking silvery green foliage with sharply divided leaves that look tougher than they feel. A standout for bold texture in sunny borders and a sensational choice for cut or dried arrangements, ‘Blue Glow’ offers sculptural beauty with almost no fuss.

· Intense blue globe-shaped flowers in early to midsummer
· Silvery, deeply divided foliage for strong contrast
· Loved by bees and beneficial night pollinators
· Excellent for fresh or dried floral arrangements
· Easy care and noninvasive

Height: 36–48"
Spread: 24"
Zone: 3–8
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Well-drained

Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.