Eryngium pandanifolium (Giant Sea Holly)
Botanical Information
Family | Apiaceae |
Genus | Eryngium |
Species | pandanifolium |
Category | Perennials |
Origin | Native to South America. |
Pronunciation |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 8b - 9a |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8b |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -10 to -5 |
Temperature (°F) | 14 - 23 |
Height | 3 m |
Spread | 1 - 2 m |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | July, August, September, October |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | Dense clumps of spiny leaves surround tall stems with large clusters of small pale flowers. |
Shape | Bushy. |
Landscape | Flower border, flower bed, single specimen. |
Propagation | Propagate by root cuttings, division, or seeds sown in containers. |
Cultivation | Grow in moist, well-draining, fertile soil under full sunlight. |
Pests | Susceptible to slugs, snails, Phytophthora root rot, and powdery mildew. |
Notable Specimens | Trebah Gardens, Mawnan Smith, Nr Falmouth, Cornwall. |