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Eryngium variifolium
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This plant has in the system Hansen/Mussel used for describing perennials the following code : 4.3.4.4

Explanation of the first digit : General location : ROCK GARDEN. Plants originating from mountainous areas. In the garden used as a ground-cover, between rocks, loose brick walls or in alpine gardens.

Explanation of the second digit : Specific demands of the plant : For a warm, sunny place, chalky soil.

Explanation of the third digit : Where to put : In small groups or solitary. Tolerate mild droughts.

Explanation of the fourth digit : Other characteristics : Does not sucker much, combines well with other plants.

Color : lichtblauw

Flowering period : july - august

Size approx. : 70 cm.

Recommended quantity per square meter : 9

Family : Apiaceae


© first picture : ngoosen.fotki.com, Mrs. Nora Goosen, Leiden, Netherlands

© picture 2 : © Garden Picture - the large profession al photo archive for all kind of garden plants

© picture 3 : Jaap de Kreek and Dirk van Gelderen, location picture : Botanische Tuin Fort Hoofddijk Utrecht

© picture 4 : Jaap de Kreek and Dirk van Gelderen, location picture : Botanische Tuin Fort Hoofddijk Utrecht