Echinops ritro

Sowing method: The seeds germinate quickly, keep evenly moist (not wet) at ± 20°C. Only lightly cover the seed, do not cover fine seeds, but press lightly. Place a box or dark cloth over it, as it is not a light germinator. Immediately after emergence, place in light and cooler conditions.

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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: Blue
• Origin: Europe
• Average growth height: 90 to 120 cm
• Annual or perennial: Perennial
• Attractive to insects: Bees
• Winter hardy: Forst hardy
• Ease of cultivation: Moderate

• Latin: Echinops ritro
• Dutch: Globe Thistle
• Also known as: Not applicable / Not known
• English: Globe Thistle

• All year round