Eryngium yuccifolium, commonly known as rattlesnake master, is a striking perennial that features tall, rigid stems topped with spiky, globe-shaped flower heads surrounded by spiny, yucca-like leaves. Its unique, silvery-blue flowers bloom in late summer and attract a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. This plant thrives in well-drained soils and full sunlight, often growing in prairie or meadow-like environments, adding architectural interest to garden landscapes. Rattlesnake master is known for its tough, drought-tolerant nature, making it an ideal option for low-maintenance, dry, or sandy areas. With its distinctive appearance and ability to withstand harsh conditions, Eryngium yuccifolium is a hardy and eye-catching addition to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - Greenish-white
· HEIGHT - 4-5 ft
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Eryngium yuccifolium, commonly known as rattlesnake master, is a striking perennial that features tall, rigid stems topped with spiky, globe-shaped flower heads surrounded by spiny, yucca-like leaves. Its unique, silvery-blue flowers bloom in late summer and attract a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. This plant thrives in well-drained soils and full sunlight, often growing in prairie or meadow-like environments, adding architectural interest to garden landscapes. Rattlesnake master is known for its tough, drought-tolerant nature, making it an ideal option for low-maintenance, dry, or sandy areas. With its distinctive appearance and ability to withstand harsh conditions, Eryngium yuccifolium is a hardy and eye-catching addition to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - Greenish-white
· HEIGHT - 4-5 ft
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
