Eryngium planum 'Blue Hobbit' (Sea Holly)

Eryngium planum 'Blue Hobbit', also known as 'Blue Hobbit' sea holly, is a unique cultivar of an introduced perennial known for its dwarf habit and its showy, blue tinted, spiny flowers, similar to thistles or teasels in appearance. Originally native to Eurasia, sea holly grows well in a variety of soil types, and is considered hardy and low maintenance perennial, perfect for a variety of landscape types. Highly sought after for its flowers' appearance and texture, 'Blue Hobbit' sea holly is an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements, and produces a showy, silvery-blue bloom for several months through the summer and into the early fall.

As a dwarf cultivar, Eryngium planum 'Blue Hobbit' starts in the early spring as a low-growing rosette of leaves before maturing to 6-12" tall and wide, and a single plant can spread and self-seed to form large clumps over time. 'Blue Hobbit' sea holly prefers full sun, and thrives on neglect, performing excellently in high heat and arid conditions, preferring dry soils that are well draining. 'Blue Hobbit' flowers are attractive to pollinators and butterflies, and their unique texture makes them resistant to deer and rabbit damage too. For an excellent splash of color with a lot of multi-season appeal, 'Blue Hobbit' sea holly is beautiful choice for small spaces, containers, and a variety of flower bed types.