Photos Courtesy Walters Gardens, Inc
 
A member of the Aster family, Echinops is a clumping perennial that is very easy to grow but not invasive. Beginning in early summer, intense blue spheres measuring 1.5" across appear on tall, unbranched stems. Bumblebees and nocturnal moths delight in their sweet nectar. This variety is very similar to E. ritro with leaves that are more deeply divided and hairy.
 
Height:
3 - 4'
Spread:
2'
Hardiness Zones:
3,4,5,6,7,8 
Flower Color:
Blue shades
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)