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Echinops bannaticus Star Frost

Star Frost Globe Thistle

  • »  Larger silver white globes spiky flowers on sturdy stems
  • »  Gray-green foliage is covered in cobweb-like hair
  • »  Bloom Time: July to September
  • »  Great for cut flowers market

1gal
$27.83
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
Flowering Time
• Summer
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Gray
• Green
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Echinops bannaticus 'Star Frost'

Invasive in Ontario. Not yet on 'invasives' lists, but by observation of people in the know.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Echinops bannaticus 'Star Frost'

Grows best in an average to moist, well-drained soil in full sun. It will adapt to a wide range of soils and moisture. Deadhead to encourage new blooms and prevent self-seeding.