Flower

Globe Thistle

Echinops ritro

Steel-blue spiky globes — bees go into ecstasy, dries to silver.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Low

Soil

Poor, well-drained

Difficulty

Very easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Ornamental

Lifecycle

Perennial

Hardiness

Hardy

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks cold-hardy globe thistle seeds proven in UK gardens; reliable for London's temperate climate.

Crocus

Offers substantial pots suited for globe thistle's deep roots and London's drainage needs.

Amazon UK

Supplies quality spades and forks essential for breaking compacted soil before planting globe thistle.