“Get Your Garden Blooming: A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Globe Thistle”

The globe thistle, a member of the Asteraceae family, is a perennial that gets its name from the Greek word “echinos,” which means hedgehog, due to its prickly spines. The plant is known for its composite blooms, or flower heads made up of smaller flowers, which attract pollinators and look beautiful in floral arrangements. Globe thistles are hardy in almost all climates and can add drama to garden beds while also being low maintenance. When planting, make sure the location receives at least six hours of direct sunlight per day and has well-draining, nutrient-poor soil. Globe thistles are drought-tolerant and do not require fertilizer. Deadheading spent flowers prevents unwanted spreading, but if self-seeding is desired, propagation can be achieved through seed collection or division once the plant is at least three years old. The ‘Blue Glow’ Globe Thistle is a popular variety.

Looking for a unique and beautiful addition to your garden? Check out Echinops bannaticus ‘Blue Glow’! This particular variety of Small Globe Thistle grows up to 4 feet tall and produces stunning deep blue globes of flowers in the middle of summer. It’s important to note that ‘Blue Glow’ is propagated by seeds and is best suited for zones 5-9. Add some vibrancy to your garden with this lovely plant!

Meet Peter Krumhardt, a nature enthusiast who shares his knowledge on the Echinops ritro plant. This particular plant can grow up to 2-3 feet tall, has silvery leaves that look like thistles, and boasts spiny globe-shaped flowers that start out as silvery-blue before maturing into a bright blue. To dry the flowers, make sure to cut them just before they fully open. This plant thrives in zones 3-9. If you’re looking for companion plants to pair with the Globe Thistle, consider the Coneflower.

If you’re looking for a low-maintenance yet beautiful plant that can attract butterflies to your garden, look no further than coreopsis. This plant boasts bright yellow or pink daisy-like flowers that bloom all summer long and can tolerate hot, dry conditions. It’s easy to grow in well-draining soil and full sun, and doesn’t require much attention beyond occasional deadheading to encourage continued blooming. Plus, it’s a great plant for cutting and bringing indoors. Not only will you enjoy its cheerful blooms, but so will the butterflies and bees! So add some coreopsis to your garden and watch it thrive.

Scott Little highlights the long-lasting beauty of coreopsis in a garden, with its charming daisy-like flowers that are typically vibrant yellow and can attract butterflies. The plant comes in various varieties, exhibiting golden-yellow, pale yellow, pink, or bicolor blooms, and is known to thrive throughout early to midsummer and beyond, provided it’s pruned appropriately.

Yarrow is a beautiful plant that adds a natural and wild look to any garden. It’s a native species, which means it’s incredibly easy to take care of. Yarrow can thrive in gardens with minimal attention making it perfect for naturalistic plantings in open areas, or along the edges of wooded or other wild spaces. Its flat-top blooms are colorful and rise above clusters of ferny foliage. This hardy plant is resistant to drought, rabbits, and deer and spreads moderately quickly, so it’s an ideal choice for massing in borders or as a groundcover. If you deadhead yarrow after its first bloom, it will rebloom. Furthermore, flower clusters of some varieties provide winter interest if left to dry on the plant. The flowers of yarrow are perfect for fresh or dried arrangements, making it a versatile and valuable addition to any garden.

If you’re looking for a deer-resistant garden plan, consider including yarrow in your design. These plants are rarely eaten by deer and will add a beautiful touch to your outdoor space while keeping those pesky deer at bay. And, with their easy-care nature, they won’t require much effort on your part.

Gary Palmer’s illustration showcases a vibrant garden bed plan that features various low-maintenance perennials that are not typically attractive to deer. The bed is adorned with lovely purple irises, lamb’s ear, and Russian sage, as well as globe thistle that adds a unique touch. The yellow yarrow and warm orange potentilla add a pop of brightness to the garden bed. Additionally, the front of the bed has a neat appearance due to the low-growing foliage of artemisia and thyme.