Eryngium yuccifolium

Rattlesnake Master

Silver-white Thistle-type flower heads attract bees and parasitic wasps. Pale gray-green, sharply pointed foliage. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Can reach heights up to 6′. Excellent for interplanting with airy open grass species.

  • Height: 3' – 4'
  • Width: 18" – 24"
  • Soil Conditions: Dry
  • Flower Color: White
  • Bloom Time: June, July, August, September
  • Hardiness Zone: 3 To 8
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  • Plant Characteristics

  • Attributes

    • Drought Tolerant
  • Attracts Wildlife

    • Attracts Pollinators
  • Critter Resistance

    • Deer Resistant
    • Rabbit Resistant
  • Plant Habit

    • Upright
  • Light Conditions

    • Sun
  • Native Plant Community

    • Dry Prairie
    • Mesic Prairie
    • Savanna
  • Flower Color

    • White
  • Flower Hue

    • Medium
  • Flower Type

    • Head
  • Flower Height

    • 4' to 6'
  • Foliage Color

    • Blue
  • Leaf Texture

    • Coarse
  • Flower Form

    • Single
  • Flower Size

    • 1"
  • Soil Moisture

    • Dry
  • Prune Time

    • Jan/Feb/March
  • Growth Rate

    • Fast
  • Origin

    • 90 Miles From Mg