ECHINOPS RITRO – METALLIC BLUE
ECHINOPS RITRO – METALLIC BLUE . A stunning border perennial producing an abundance of eye-catching blue ball thistle like flowers on robust 1.2m plants with serrated blue green leaves. Flowers Jun – Aug and will readily self-seed.

Cultivation Advice ECHINOPS RITRO – METALLIC BLUE
Sow from Mar – Jun with additional warmth (20-25C).
Gently press seed into the growing medium, no not cover or exclude light. Place tray in a propagator or seal in a clear plastic bag to maintain humidity / moisture.
When the seedling are large enough to handle transplant and grow on under cooler conditions.
Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out, after all risk of frost has passed.
Plants need plenty of drainage / added grit in order to survive over-winter and full sun.
Spacing 60cm.