Product Description

Overview

Echinops Ritro Blue Planting Seeds grow into dramatic, architectural perennials known for their perfectly round, metallic-blue globe flowers. Commonly called Blue Globe Thistle, this hardy plant adds structure, color, and uniqueness to any garden. Its spiky yet elegant blooms are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for pollinator and drought-tolerant gardens. Ideal for borders, dry landscapes, and cut-flower arrangements, Echinops Ritro delivers long-lasting garden appeal with very little maintenance.

Features

• Premium-quality, non-GMO Echinops Ritro Blue Seeds

• Produces striking spherical blue flower heads

• Excellent for borders, rock gardens, and dry landscapes

• Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• Drought-tolerant and extremely low-maintenance

• Strong germination and vigorous perennial growth

• Hardy plant suitable for poor soils and hot climates

• Perfect for fresh or dried flower arrangements

Specifications

• Plant Type: Perennial

• Common Name: Blue Globe Thistle

• Scientific Name: Echinops ritro

• Variety: Blue Flowering Type

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Heirloom: Yes

• Growth Season: Spring–summer

• USDA Zones: 3–9

• Sun Exposure: Full sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil

• Bloom Time: Mid-summer to early autumn

• Plant Height: 24–40 inches

• Spacing: 18–24 inches

• Watering: Low; thrives in dry conditions

Planting Guide

• Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow outdoors

• Seed Preparation: Light scarification helps improve germination

• Sowing Depth: 0.5–1 cm deep

• Germination Time: 14–30 days

• Ideal Temperature: 18–24°C

• Transplanting: Move outdoors when seedlings are strong and frost danger has passed