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Echinops Ritro - Buy 1, Get 1 Free! The dark steely blue, weather resistant flower lasts a long time. Echinops Ritro is a very reliable variety. Light: Full sun to partial shade Blooms: Summer Height: 30-36" Zones: 3-8 Size: Bareroot Deer Resistant This Item Ships In The Spring   See Shipping Schedule Unable To Ship To: AE AK BC GU HI PR 76681  Echinops Ritro Quantity 1 Our Price $3.99 Quantity:     Botanical Name:   Echinops ritro   Form:   Herbaceous perennial   Sun Exposure:   Partial Shade/Full Sun   Height/Habit:   30" - 36", stately and sturdy   Spread:   20" - 24"   Spacing:   20" - 24"   Hardiness Zone:   3 - 8 (-40 degrees F)   Foliage Type:   Thistle-like, 6" - 8" long leaves with distinctive teeth/spines and deeply dissected, wavy margins. Steely blue in color.   Flower Form:   Large 1 1/2" - 2" globes born on grey stems.   Flower Color:   Dark blue purple.   Flowering Date:   Mid to late summer.   Planting Requirements:   Set at the same level it is at in the container. Firm and water thoroughly.   Soil Requirements:   Well drained. Once established it is tolerant of a wide range of soils, except wet ones.   Growth Rate:   Moderate.   Unique Characteristics:   Considered the best of the Globe Thistles. The dark steely blue, weather resistant flowers last a long time and are produced 4 - 8 on each branched stem. The flower heads provide good color before the actual flowers open, thereby prolonging the season. They bring a stately look to a border and are handsomely accented by the striking foliage. Even when the flowers are finished the leaves provide an attractive display. In areas with cooler night temperatures the flowers are a deeper blue.   Pruning:   Cut back spent flower stems.   Time of Pruning:   After flowering

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