Miss Willmott's Ghost (Eryngium Giganteum) is a biennial or short-lived perennial herb in the Apiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Eryngium giganteum is a large, thistle-like biennial or short-lived perennial known for its striking, silvery-blue flower heads and spiny, architectural foliage.

Miss Willmott's Ghost

Miss Willmott's Ghost

Eryngium Giganteum

Eryngium giganteum is a large, thistle-like biennial or short-lived perennial known for its striking, silvery-blue flower heads and spiny, architectural foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial or short-lived perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, cut flower, dried flower arrangements

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Miss Willmott's Ghost

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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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Miss Willmott's Ghost
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Taxonomy

Family:Apiaceae
Genus:Eryngium