Erynguim paniculatum - P11

Description
The Mannstreu (Eryngium paniculatum) is an upright, rosette-like, winter-green perennial that produces creamy white flowers from June to August. Its linear, toothed leaves are medium green. In a sunny location, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 metre and is approx. 50 cm wide. The Mannstreu makes no particular demands on the soil. The Mannstreu is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* evergreen

Leaves
The winter-green leaves of the Mannstreu are medium green, linear, toothed.

Frost hardiness
The Mannstreu has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, rosette-like.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - If the plant is watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
Eryngium paniculatum forms creamy white flowers from June.

Use
Perennial border, steppe garden, solitary planting, group planting, rock garden