Globe thistle (Echinops bannaticus) is a drought-tolerant plant species that requires little to moderate watering. It should be watered once every 7-10 days depending on temperature and soil type. Give the plant deep, but infrequent waterings, providing enough water to thoroughly soak the soil to a depth of 8-12 inches. During the hottest months, and times of extended dryness, you may need to water twice a week to keep the plant’s soil moist, but not soggy. Reduce watering in winter when the plant goes into dormancy.

Globe thistle (Echinops bannaticus) is a species of perennial herbaceous plant native to North Africa, southern Europe, and western and central Asia. This plant requires full sun to thrive, meaning it should have at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight every day. The best time of the day for it to receive sunlight is mid-morning since this time is when the sun is strongest and around noon when the light has softened. It should be kept away from direct afternoon sunlight, as this can cause the plants to burn and can even lead to death in extreme cases.

Globe thistle should be pruned in early spring, before it starts to produce new leaves and flowers buds. Each year, about 1 third of the old stems can be pruned off, cutting them close to the ground. This will help keep the plants shorter, as it can grow very tall if not pruned. If the plant has become leggy or overgrown, it can also be cut back by up to 2 thirds to rejuvenate the plant.

Architectural perennial with spherical blue flower heads for pollinators.

Globe thistle

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