Sea Holly 'Amethyst'
Sea holly amethyst seeds - Bluey Amethyst spikey flowers circled by silvery bracts.
Eryngium amethystinum
Approx 15 seeds
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Grown for its architectural qualities this sea holly is beautiful in both fresh bouquets and dried. Once established this is a drought tolerant perennial that will just keep on giving.
How to make these beauties grow
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Sow: Anytime. Alternatively sow in autumn and leave In a cold frame over winter - make sure it's kept moist.
How: Surface sow and lightly cover with dirt and vermiculute. Cold stratification is required - place in fridge for 2 weeks after sowing.
Can autumn sow and allow cold stratifcation occur naturally over winter. If you do not experience cold winters I highly recommend cold stratifying in your fridge.
Space: 50cm
Height:1m+
Where: Full sun
Days to Maturity: 365
Pick: When the flower heads have formed
Perennial
Notes From The Garden
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This particular sea holly can be slow growing in the early stages. However it's totally worth it as once establised it's a stunning colour and plant - requiring little to no maintenace. Sometime you've just got to play the long game!
Autumn sown plants will flower in the 1st year - but not until late summer.
Photo: Gardenia.net