Globularia punctata
common globe flower
An evergreen, compact alpine plant forming low rosettes of glossy, oval to oblong leaves up to 2.5cm long. From spring into early summer, erect stems to 30cm tall bear small flowerheads to 1.5cm across made up of tiny purple-blue flowers
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Purple Blue | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Globularia are mostly evergreen, mat-forming perennials with lance or spoon-shaped leaves and fluffy heads of tiny lavender-blue flowers in summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Europe Russia
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in neutral to alkaline, very well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from excessive winter wet
Propagation
Propagate by seed and from individual rosettes
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Rock garden
- Patio and container plants
- Gravel garden
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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