<p>{Family: Umbelliferae} This striking herbaceous perennial has basal leaves that are leathery, gray-green and silver veined. It's flower spikes rise up to 30in (75cm) tall and support numerous blue or gray-green flowers surrounded by silvery spiny bracts.</p><p>All Sea Hollies like dry sandy loam soil and full sun conditions. They are very tolerant of salt and wind, and are found in the wild growing alongside the ocean. They are hardy and easy care plants. Propagate them from seed easily, or take root cuttings in the autumn. Because they have a long taproot, division is not recommended.</p><p>Originates in the Eastern Mediterranean.</p>
