Blue Globe Thistle (Echinops Bannaticus) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Echinops bannaticus, commonly known as blue globe-thistle, is a perennial flowering plant native to southeastern Europe, notable for its spherical blue flower heads and spiny foliage.

Blue Globe Thistle

Blue Globe Thistle

Echinops Bannaticus

Echinops bannaticus, commonly known as blue globe-thistle, is a perennial flowering plant native to southeastern Europe, notable for its spherical blue flower heads and spiny foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, cut flower, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue Globe Thistle

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Echinops