Echinops Ritro Veitch's Blue

Echinops ritro 'Veitch's Blue' is a stunning globe thistle variety with tight globes of deep blue flowers that are highly attractive to bees and butterflies. This plant serves as an excellent choice for cut or dried flower arrangements. For optimal growth, cultivate Echinops Ritro 'Veitch's Blue' in well-draining soil under full sun to partial shade. To encourage a second flush of blooms, cut down the plants after flowering. With its natural look, it brings a touch of wilderness to any garden setting.

Globe Thistles, including the 'Veitch's Blue' variety, have been admired for centuries for their unique beauty. They have often been featured in traditional medicinal and folklore practices, and their presence in gardens can evoke a sense of nostalgia and connection to horticultural traditions of the past. Incorporating Echinops ritro 'Veitch's Blue' into your garden can provide a blend of historical significance, striking beauty, and ecological value, making it a delightful and intriguing addition to any British gardening landscape.

Learn how to grow Echinops

• Height: 90 – 120 cm
• 1st grade bare roots supplied.
• Attractive to wildlife
• Offers excellent colour and contrast in the perennial border.
• Blooming Time: Mid-Late Summer