{"product_id":"eryngium-planum-seeds-sea-holly-ornamental-garden-flowers","title":"Eryngium planum Seeds – Sea Holly Ornamental Garden Flowers","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSea Holly (Eryngium planum) is a distinctive perennial flowering plant known for its steel-blue flower heads, spiky bracts, and upright stems. A member of the Apiaceae family, it brings a striking architectural appearance to garden landscapes. Its unusual flower shapes and blue tones create an attractive contrast with green foliage and other flowering plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis hardy perennial is well suited to sunny borders, gravel gardens, and naturalistic planting schemes. Sea Holly develops a branching growth habit and produces flower heads that can retain their shape as they mature. Its blooms also attract bees and other visiting pollinators, making it a useful addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name: Sea Holly, Blue Sea Holly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name: Eryngium planum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Family: Apiaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type: Perennial flowering plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage: Green to silvery-green leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers: Small blue flowers grouped into rounded heads with spiky bracts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright, branching stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive Feature: Steel-blue flower heads with decorative, spiny bracts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Use: Perennial borders, gravel gardens, pollinator-friendly spaces, and floral arrangements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight: Choose a location with full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Use well-draining soil and avoid areas where water collects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering: Water regularly while seedlings establish. Once mature, the plant generally tolerates relatively dry conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Starting: Sow seeds in a suitable seed-starting medium and follow the supplier’s instructions for sowing depth and germination conditions. Germination may be variable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplanting: Move established seedlings outdoors when growing conditions are suitable, taking care around the roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing: Provide sufficient room for mature growth and branching stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Growing: Use a deep pot with drainage holes and a well-draining growing medium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Care: Avoid overwatering and provide good air circulation around the foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSea Holly adds distinctive color and structure to sunny garden beds and perennial borders. Its blue flower heads pair well with ornamental grasses and other sun-loving plants. The flowers can attract pollinators, and mature stems may also be used in fresh or dried floral arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth and flowering depend on local climate, sunlight, soil conditions, and care. For best results, choose a sunny site with well-drained soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Indian Seed House","offers":[{"title":"50 Pcs","offer_id":71656391573757,"sku":"VS-RS-79","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 Pcs","offer_id":71656391606525,"sku":"VS-RS-80","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Pcs","offer_id":71656391639293,"sku":"VS-RS-81","price":89.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/4335\/8205\/files\/ERYN_PLANUM_L28445.webp?v=1792643394","url":"https:\/\/www.indianseedhouse.com\/products\/eryngium-planum-seeds-sea-holly-ornamental-garden-flowers","provider":"Indian Seed House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}