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Echinops ritro

Globe Thistle

Perennial with steely blue globe-shaped inflorescence. Leaves green on top and grey green, hairy underneath. Stems prickly. Well drained soil. Full sun. Tolerates drought, poor soil, heat, light shade. 2-4' x 2'.

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