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Q.Can You Please Identify This Plant

Zone Essex SE Uk | lindatonkinson added on August 21, 2024 | Answered

Can this plant be propagated, if so how

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BushDoctor
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Answered on August 21, 2024

That is an Echinops species, better known as the globe thistle. You can propagate by splitting, like you would a banana, or you could attempt to grow them from seed. This usually doesn't turn out well, though. I'd grab a clump in spring, but fall may work as well.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/globe-thistle/growing-globe-thistle-plants.htm

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