Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Echinops

Species:

Echinops cephalotes

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

150 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Colors:

blue, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks before sowing.

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