Sea Holly

Eryngium planum

Family: Apiaceae

Green & Freshcleanearthy

SeasonSummer

OriginCentral Europe, Central Asia

IntensityVery Faint

LifespanPerennial

About This Flower

Green & Fresh · Summer bloomer

Sea holly's metallic steel-blue spiky heads on silvery stems bring an architectural drama to the summer border, the entire plant carrying a cool, clean earthy freshness.

Symbolism & Meaning

attraction, independence

In the Victorian language of flowers, sea holly means “Attraction”.

Habitat & Environment

Central Europe, Central Asia

Sea Holly is native to Central Europe, Central Asia.

Quick Reference

Scientific NameEryngium planum
FamilyApiaceae
Native ToCentral Europe, Central Asia
Bloom SeasonSummer
LifespanPerennial

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