Eryngium yuccifolium
$16.90
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Eryngium yuccifolium, commonly known as rattlesnake master, is a distinctive prairie perennial valued for its unique combination of yucca-like foliage and unusual globe-shaped flower heads. Narrow, strap-like leaves form a strong architectural clump, while stout stems carry clusters of silvery-white flowers through mid to late summer. Native to the tallgrass prairies of North America, it is remarkably drought tolerant and thrives in sunny, open positions. The flowers are highly attractive to a wide range of pollinators, often drawing in bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects that bypass many other garden plants. Its unusual appearance makes it a memorable feature in naturalistic plantings and dry landscapes.
Growing conditions:
• Full sun
• Well-drained soil
• Drought tolerant once established
• Frost hardy
Uses:
• Prairie and naturalistic plantings
• Pollinator gardens
• Architectural accent in borders