Eringium 'Joss Iking'

Eryngium × zabelii 'Jos Eijking'

Eryngium × zabelii 'Jos Eijking' is a highly popular garden plant due to its unique appearance and beautiful blue flowers. The following is information regarding this variety's growth characteristics, propagation methods, cultivation techniques, garden uses, and major pests and diseases, as well as control methods.

Growth Characteristics
- Plant Form: A perennial herbaceous plant reaching a height of approximately 60–100 cm, it typically blooms between summer and autumn.
- Flowers: Blue to purple, globe-shaped flowers with prominent spine-like bracts surrounding the central flower head.
- Leaves: The leaves are glossy and characteristically needle-shaped.
- Habitat: It prefers sunny locations and thrives in well-drained soil.

Propagation Methods
- Seed Propagation: It can be easily propagated by seeds, but it takes time for the plant to flower. Sow seeds immediately after harvesting from a gray host.
- Root Division: It can be propagated by dividing the roots in spring or early autumn. Cultivation Method
- Sunlight: It tolerates full sunlight well, so a sunny spot within a flower bed is ideal.
- Soil: Choose high-quality, well-draining soil. A soil pH of slightly acidic to neutral is suitable.
- Watering: While relatively drought-tolerant, regular watering is recommended. Overwatering should be avoided.
- Fertilizer: Slow-release fertilizer can be applied in early spring to aid plant growth.

Garden Use
- Due to its strong structure and unique colors, it is ideal as a centerpiece or border plant in the garden.
- It is also suitable for use as a dried flower.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: Root rot caused by overwatering can be a problem, so proper drainage management is important.
- Pests: Generally, there are no major issues, but insects such as aphids may occur. Control them through regular observation and, if necessary, using fertilizers or non-specific insecticides. Based on this information, you will be able to cultivate a beautiful garden by properly managing the Eryngium 'Jos Iking'.

Plant Family	Apiaceae
Height	60~90cm
Spread	30~60cm
Colors	blue
Bloom Period	June to August
Water Needs	Bad
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-15°C

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