Globe Thistle (Echinops Ritro) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium to low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Echinops ritro is a perennial flowering plant known for its distinctive spherical blue flower heads and spiny, thistle-like foliage.

Globe Thistle

Globe Thistle

Echinops Ritro

Echinops ritro is a perennial flowering plant known for its distinctive spherical blue flower heads and spiny, thistle-like foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium to low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:well-drained, loamy, rocky, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant garden

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Globe Thistle

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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