Echinops bannaticus 'The Giant'

  • Product number: 586390
  • Origin: Southern Europe
  • Latin: Echinops bannaticus

In the early 21st century, this rare globe thistle was found in the wild. We have never seen such a large species: this thistle towers 150-200 cm high above the average garden plant and adorns itself with many spherical inflorescences. The color is cream to light blue and butterflies and bees are grateful visitors!

Denominations:
Latin: Echinops bannaticus
Dutch: Reuzen Kogeldistel
English: Giant Globe Thistle

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Sowing method: The seeds germinate quickly. Keep uniformly moist (not wet) at ± 20̊C. Only lightly cover the seeds, do not cover fine seeds, but press lightly. Place a box or dark cloth over them, as they do not require light to germinate. Provide light and cooler temperatures immediately after emergence.

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Sowing/planting time:

  • March
  • April
  • May

Harvesting time:

  • July
  • August
  • September

Soil type:

  • All soil types

Cultivation location:

  • Indoors
  • Outdoors warm / sheltered

Position:

  • Sun
  • Flower colour: Cream to light blue
  • Origin: Southern Europe
  • Average growth height: More than 120 cm
  • Annual or perennial: Perennial
  • Attractive to insects: Various insects
  • Winter hardy: Forst hardy
  • Ease of cultivation: Easy
  • Latin: Echinops bannaticus
  • Dutch: Giant Globe Thistle
  • Also known as: Not applicable / Not known
  • English: Giant Globe Thistle
  • All year round

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