Large deeply dissected, glossy green leaves tipped with sharp spines form a dense basal rosette. In mid-summer, the plant's full architecture is on display with bold upright flower spikes covered in white turtle-head blooms emerging beneath veined purple bracts. This Mediterranean beauty inspired the Greek Corinthian style column capital design. Although it may take a few seasons to establish, the result is well worth the wait.
- Plant Patent: n/a
- Container Size:
- USDA Zone: 5-9
- Height: 3-4’
- Spread: 2-3’
- Sun Exposure: full sun to part shade
- Soil Moisture: average
- Bloom Time: summer
- Bloom Color: pink-mauve
- Foliage Color: green
- US Native: no
- Wildlife Benefit:
- Notes: rabbit tolerant, deer tolerant
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