Small globe thistle (Echinops ritro L.)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Small globe thistle (Echinops ritro L.). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant small globe thistle in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Echinops ritro L. can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• Coastal gardens – are gardens along the coast, typically very exposed to sun and wind;
• Informal Gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. The lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;
• Rock and gravel gardens – are gardens that feature extensive use of rocks and stones and include plants native to rocky or alpine environments;
• Wildlife gardens – natural gardens that feature plants that attract native wildlife such as birds, pollinating insects and small mammals;

Planting type

There are a wide range of applications for this plant. small globe thistle can be applied in/as:

• Cut flowers – to harvest and decorate the house;
• Flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden;
• Low maintenance gardens – where you can’t care for the plants so often;