Common name: Agave leafed eryngo

Size, form, texture: architectural evergreen perennial, 2 ft height, 4 ft spread.

Hardiness, origin, native ecology: prefers very dry site, doesn’t tolerate moisture, full sun to part shade, hardy and persistent. Z 6-9.

Bud, foliage, flower and fruit characteristics: flat stemmed semi-evergreen rosette, architectural, glossy dark leaves with toothing on edges, greenish white thimble like blooms in late summer.

Cultural and maintenance requirements and appropriate uses in the landscape: very drought tolerant once established, low maintenance, prefers sandy, deep, well drained soil. Interesting shape and texture in the landscape, bold striking form. Attractive to bees, and butterflies, deer tolerant. Adds interest to a sun garden, looks good with other drought loving perennials and some grasses, pairings include: Salvia greggii, Acanthus mollis, shrub roses, verbascum, blue oat grass and hebes.