'Blue Glitter' Sea Holly (Eryngium)
Perennial
- Low maintenance wonder!
- A great option for sunny, dry gardens and those with poor soil conditions.
- Frosty blue blooms appear as spikes, add rich texture to landscapes, and cut flower bouquets.
- Zones 5-8, Sun, 3' tall x 1' wide at maturity.
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Common name: Sea Holly, Flat Sea Holly
Zone: 5-8
Sun exposure: Sun (6+ hours sun)
Height x width: 2-3' tall x 1-1.5' wide
Flower color: Frosty Blue
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Summer
Bloom time: Summer
Features: Rare & unusual, rabbit resistant, heat tolerant, drought tolerant, deer resistant, best for beginners
Uses: Border plant, cut flower, pollinator garden.
How to Grow
Light: Does best in Full sun.
Water: Has average water needs, does not like to be overwatered.
Spacing: 8-12"
Fertilizing: No special care is needed; over-fertilization can cause the plant to sprawl.
Winterizing: No special care is needed.
Maintenance & pruning: Does not like to be transplanted. Best left undisturbed.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
Unfortunately, both of the plants I ordered died right away. I reached out to the customer service twice, but I have never received a response. This is incredibly frustrating and I recommend purchasing elsewhere for better quality and service. Very disappointed.
We're sorry, but we have not recieved an email from you. Please double check that the email is being sent to [email protected]. We're sorry you're having trouble with your plants. Our team of horticulture experts would love to take a closer look! Please contact us with your order number and photos of the plants so we can better assist you. All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
You need to see exactly the kind of GARBAGE your nurseries ship to good paying customers
Hello! We apologize you received your plants not up to our standards. As we try our best to provide exceptional service, some factors like shipping and handling are outside of our control, and issues like this can sometimes happen. Please email your photos of the plant to [email protected], making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line so that we may provide the best assistance possible. Rest assured, we do have a 60-day guarantee on all of our plants. If you received your plants within that timeframe, we will be happy to apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. Happy Gardening!
Wrong plant
Love this little fella!
I ordered 2 of these along with some pink musky grass. My neighbors all ask me what it is! It’s tall, airy and beautiful! The blooms are a striking blue and seem to change hue depending on the angle you’re looking at it. Im also happy about all the buzzing insects that are drawn to it 🐝. I’m ecstatic about how well it’s grown, it’s a bonus that my neighbors admire it❤️. Keep up the great work “GreatGardenPlants”.
We were searching for deer resistant plants for the garden when we discovered this on your website. We got three and are so incredibly happy that we did. The plants are blooming like crazy this first year and one sent up a second set of blossoms. We worried a bit when the stems sent up green flowers, but wait for it, they are just like the pictures online. So happy to have found your site. We are making more beds to get more for next year. The deer haven't even nibbled.
Very well packaged! 2 were very secure but the one packaged alone on opposite side of box was very strangely. I didn't think it would make it but it sent out a little sprout to one side and I am nursing it along. I do hope it is a off shoot and not a weed. Going to buy a replacement because the plants are in neighboring pots and want them to both look like they are thriving. Projecting positivity at the sprout. Fast shipping and excellent packaging plus nice size rooted starts.
Came quickly and perfectly wrapped. Planted in a pot on a deck until I decide where they will live. Doing VERY VERY WELL.
Planted it by the ocean a few weeks ago and it is taking off!
Well-packaged Blue Glitter Sea Holly. Out of three, one is starting to bloom.
I love it!
Anderson, SC
Beautiful. It is now breaking out into striking, blue, blooms. 💗
Received these plants in what appeared to be good condition but I have yet to put them in the ground. My fault, the planned bed is not yet ready. I did transplant them into larger pots and they are looking very good with the sea holly blooming and the ninebark looking robust.
So far so good! I have always received robust, healthy sized plants from this company. It’s early season so I’m excited to see how this one does in my garden.
I ordered these because I saw them in my sister’s garden, and they are unusual and beautiful. Two of my three plants arrived in good condition, but the third didn’t make it. I’ve notified the company, and I hope to get a replacement. I can’t wait to see them bloom!
Hi Kathryn,
We returned your email, at your earlies convince please reply with photos so we can process your warranty!
It was in the beginning of its bloom when it arrived and looked promising. I believe I planted it in too hot of a space and it fried. I moved it to a shadier spot and it is making a comeback but I am not sure it will bloom again this year.
Hello! We're sorry to hear that you've had some trouble with your Sea Holly. While it is a drought tolerant plant, young plants will need more water while they get established. It is a full sun plant, so keep an eye on how it takes to its new home. If you have additional questions, our horticulture experts are always here to help out. You can send photos to [email protected]. Happy Gardening!
Just the first year, however, not getting very big. About foot, maybe 16" high and smaller blossoms than I thought. The original leaves all turned brown so I cut them off, and it is now sending out new ones, so it must be healthy. Nice little accent plant, Next year I'll divide it to get 2 and the year after 4. Hope that it grows taller and bigger!
I LOVE the 1 of 5 plants that has developed with stems and flowers. The other 4 look healthy, but no sign of blooming. We are having a very strange summer climate so they may still bloom. They look very healthy and some are bigger than the one that is blooming. I do truly love the look of this plant and no complaints with the shipping and delivery at all. Hoping there are just some late bloomers.
Hello! Thank you for leaving a review. When transplanting young plants from a nursery pot to a garden, the plant allocates more energy to root development instead of shoot development (above ground). It's important for them to develop a robust root system so they can actually absorb the nutrients and water in the soil around them. Then after their root system is more developed they'll invest in their shoots and flower development. Happy Gardening!
Never came up
Hello! We're sorry to hear that you have had trouble with your Sea Holly. Please email pictures of where you planted the plant to [email protected], making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line so that we may provide the best assistance possible. Rest assured, we do have a 60 day guarantee on all of our plants. If you received your plants within that timeframe, we will be happy to apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. Happy Gardening!
Vigorous plant. Fast shipper. Highly recommend.
Will sea holly do well in pots?
Hi there! As a general rule, many perennials can be grown in pots as long as their cultural needs are met. For 'Blue Glitter' Sea Holly, ensure your pot has good drainage and use a soil mix that won't retain excess water. Place the pot in full sun and be cautious not to overwater the plant.
Is sea holly bulbs or single plant?
Hello! There is one plant in each one quart pot.
Is this still a good time to plant these?
Hi! Generally, we don’t recommend planting in the summer due to high temperatures and dry conditions. Adjusting to a new garden can be stressful enough for a plant, and having to do it in hot summer weather can make it even more difficult. However, if you choose to plant now make sure to provide plenty of water at the time of planting and almost daily for the next few weeks.
1. Is mid July to late to plant for this summer bloom?
2. Where is shipped plant in it’s season to still bloom?
Hello! That depends on where you live. If you are in a cooler climate, you should be able to plant as long as you give it the water it needs to establish itself during hot summer weather. If you live in a warmer zone, you may want to wait until fall to plant. 'Blue Glitter' Sea Holly blooms in summer.
Hi - I live in Iowa, zone 5a, if I plant this in the fall will it come back in the spring? Is it an annual or perennial? I have been wanting to grow this.
Blue Glitter Sea Holly is a perennial in zones 5-8. As long as you plant at least 6 weeks before the first hard frost of fall, you should be good to grow!