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Beginner
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0.5m
max. spread |
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0.6m
max. height |
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2-5 years
to maturity |
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Eryngium x zabelii 'Donard Variety'
Other names: Sea holly 'Donard Variety'
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Genus: Eryngium
Variety or cultivar: 'Donard Variety' _ 'Donard Variety' is an herbaceous perennial with silvery-veined foliage. In summer it has metallic blue flower heads surrounded by a ruff of narrow spiky purple bracts.
Eryngium x zabelii 'Donard Variety' is: Deciduous
Flower: Purple, Silvery-grey, Blue in Summer
Foliage: Dark-green, White, Veined in Summer
Habit: Clump-forming
Eryngium x zabelii 'Donard Variety' (Sea holly 'Donard Variety') will reach a height of 0.6m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Coastal, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Beds and borders, Gravel, Wildlife
Cultivation: Plant in dry, well-drained soil that is poor or moderately fertile. Full sun is essential. Protection from any winter wet.
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Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |
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Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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