{"product_id":"globe-thistle","title":"Globe Thistle","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e(\u003ci\u003eEryngium planum\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBlue Sea Holly is a striking and unusual herbaceous perennial in the carrot family (Apiaceae). Native to central\/southeastern Europe and Central Asia, it is highly prized by gardeners for its metallic-blue, thistle-like flowerheads and architectural, spiky foliage on a clump forming plant. It is native to central and southeastern Europe and central Asia, and found on stony slopes or grasslands. It has a compact habit, grows 3 to 4 feet tall, and 2 to 2.5 feet wide. The blooms appear mid-summer through September, and the gray-green hairy leaves are also attractive. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor peak color and sturdy plants, plant in full sun at the back of the perennial border, cutting garden, or cottage garden. The blue globe flowers will add interest and contrast to your garden. When used in dried floral arrangements, cut the flowers when young and place them in a warm, dry room to keep the deep blue color. Staking is sometimes required. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives in full sun minimum of 6 hours daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e Prefers dry to medium-moisture, well-drained soils. It tolerates poor, rocky, and sandy soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTransplanting: \u003c\/b\u003eDue to a deep taproot, plant in its permanent spot initially, as it resents being moved. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid fertilizing; rich soil causes weak, sprawling, or less vibrant plants. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Deadhead flowers to prevent excessive self-seeding, though they provide winter interest. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater:\u003c\/b\u003e Highly drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Grows to approximately 2 to 3 feet tall and 1 to 1.5 feet wide. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach pack contains at least 50 seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blooming Mad Botany","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362939224235,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/1331\/6779\/files\/images_22.jpg?v=1784524343","url":"https:\/\/bloomingmadbotany.com\/products\/globe-thistle","provider":"Blooming Mad Botany","version":"1.0","type":"link"}