Globe thistle (Echinops davuricus)

Globe thistle

Echinops sphaerocephalus is a glandular, woolly perennial herbaceous plant with an average height of 50 to 100 cm, occasionally reaching 2 m. Its erect branching, gray, slightly wrinkled and hairy stems bear the occasional large, soft, sharply toothed, sharp-lobed pointed green leaves. They are sticky hairy above, and white woolly below.

Scientific classification

Species

Globe thistle (Echinops davuricus)

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

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Care Guide for Globe thistle

Every week

Water

Pruning: Globe thistle has spiky blue flowers and grey-green foliage. Prune in early spring to remove dead stems and again in late spring to shape. Regular pruning boosts flowering, prevents legginess, enhances air circulation, and keeps globe thistle healthy and visually appealing.

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