Mediterranean sea holly (Eryngium bourgatii) is a perennial plant that can grow 10cm – 50cm tall and 10cm – 50cm wide.
This plant is commonly known as Mediterranean sea holly.
This is a deciduous plant that takes 2-5 years to reach full maturity.
Plant profile
Common name: Mediterranean sea holly
Scientific name: Eryngium bourgatii
Plant type: Perennials
Habit: Bushy
Height: 10cm – 50cm
Spread: 10cm – 50cm
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Well drained
Garden type: City & Courtyard Gardens, Coastal, Informal Garden, Rock & Gravel Garden
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding
Seasonal colors
| Season | Stem | Foliage | Flower | Fruit |
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How to plant Mediterranean sea holly (Eryngium bourgatii) – Photo: Myrabella / Wikimedia Commons
Cultivation profiles – Growing Mediterranean sea holly (Eryngium bourgatii) – Axdae, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
