Eryngium leavenworthii (Leavenworth's Eryngo)

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Leavenworth's Eryngo is a prickly but very attractive, purple annual.  The eryngos are often confused with thistles, but they are not true thistles. They provide an excellent source for late summer and early fall color. Perfect addition to any pollinator garden.


AT A GLANCE

Texas native Yes
Water use Low
Sun exposure Sun to part shade
Bloom color Purple
Bloom time Summer, fall
Mature height 1-3 ft
Mature spread 1-2 ft
Attracts Butterflies, birds, bees
Deer resistant Yes
Notes Native bee friendly.

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 Present in state
 Present in county and native
 Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state         
 Not present in state
 Present and rare, native in county
 Previously present, now extinct
 Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color)