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Taplow Blue Globe Thistle Seeds produce distinctive perennial plants known for their round, spiky, blue flower heads. These structural blooms make an eye-catching addition to perennial borders, pollinator habitats and modern garden landscapes. Loved by bees and butterflies, this plant also performs beautifully as a dried or fresh cut flower.
This variety thrives in sunny locations with poor to average, well-drained soil and is highly tolerant of drought once established. Its sculptural shape and textured flowers create strong visual impact in gardens while requiring very little care.
A great option for gardeners seeking resilient perennials with unique styling and pollinator value.
Key Features
Produces bold steel-blue spherical blooms
Excellent for pollinator gardens and cut flower designs
Drought-tolerant once mature
Ideal for borders, perennial beds and pollinator landscaping
Requires very little maintenance
Non-GMO seed quality
Specifications
Botanical Name: Echinops ritro ‘Taplow Blue’
Common Name: Blue Globe Thistle
Plant Type: Hardy perennial
Height: 24 – 36 inches
Spread: 12 – 18 inches
Growth Form: Upright clumping habit
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Type: Dry to well-drained garden soil
Water Needs: Low to moderate (excellent drought tolerance)
Flower Shape: Round spiky globe flowers
Flower Color: Blue to steel-blue
Bloom Season: Mid-summer to late summer
Germination Time: 14 – 28 days
Hardiness Zones: USDA 3–9 (cold-hardy perennial)
Maintenance Level: Low
GMO Status: Non-GMO
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