# Echinops / Globe Thistle

> Echinops are not thistles despite their common name of Globe Thistle. A stiff collar of bracts surrounds ball-shaped globes to provide texture and contrast among more traditional flower shapes and carefree late summer color. Dries well for winter bouquets. Shop our selection of Echinops plants below.

| Plant Name | SKU | Price | Link | Image | Category | Zone | Height | Sun/Shade | Bloom Time | Features |
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| Echinops Ritro | ECRI | $14.95 | [View Page](https://www.bluestoneperennials.com/ECRI.html) | [View Image](https://www.bluestoneperennials.com/img/ECRI/ECRI_0_Echinops_Ritro.jpg) | Perennials | Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8 | Tall (3'-6') | Full Sun, Mostly Sunny | Late Spring / Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer / Early Fall | Winter Interest, Attracts Butterflies, Good for Cut Flowers, Hot Dry Site Tolerant, Deer Resistant, Seaside/Salt Tolerant, Beneficial for Pollinators, Rabbit Resistant |