Jos Eijking Sea Holly
Eryngium 'Jos Eijking'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Jos Eijking Sea Holly highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateFast
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Bloom PeriodSummer, Fall
Growing Zones 5-9
Spiky stars and lovely coloration will have you singing Sammy Turner's Lavender Blue (Dilly, Dilly)! The gorgeous Jos Eijking Sea Holly (Eryngium 'Jos Eijking') is a gorgeous textural accent for your garden and floral bouquets that is hard to miss! The dangerous-looking spiky texture looks reminiscent of a cactus, but the soft and soothing lavender, blue, and sage green hues are almost begging to be touched and admired up close!
The Thistle-like effect of the spiked sepals and leaves of these unique upright perennial flowers is amazing at keeping away unwanted trespassers, yet begs to be snipped and added to floral arrangements and mixed among all kinds of more delicate flowers to lend its unique shape to the landscape! The raised cones resemble Coneflowers and the color play between the purple/blue stems, green accented purple frosted leaves and architectural texture all play well together on these unique plants!
Jos Eijking Sea Holly is a fantastic cold-hardy herbaceous perennial that leaves its dried blooms aloft for winter interest or for your dried floral arrangement enjoyment! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 5-9, these perennials grow 24-36 inches tall and spread about 12-24 inches wide.
Planting and Application:
Jos Eijking Sea Holly adds structure to the perennial garden and has long vase life so adding it to the cutting garden is a must! Sea Holly holds their intense lavender and blue color in floral and in dried flower bouquets too!
A Rock Garden champion, Jos Eijking is as at home in informal gardens and formal settings alike! Because it embraces the sun and heat, Sea Holly are perfect for fire-scaping and Xeriscaping purposes! Create groupings and rows for en masse effect of this unique bloom - sure to steal the spotlight of a hot dry location in your landscape!
- Lavender, Sage Green & Blue Hues
- Spikey, Unusual Appearance!
- Star-Shaped Flower Heads June - September
- Blue-Green, Prickly Foliage
- Specimen, Long-Lasting Garden Interest & Cut Flowers
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Sea Holly does best in full sun and sharply drained soils. Eryngium does not like to be overwatered. Preferring rich, fertile soils, but tolerant in more demanding, less than optimal settings, Sea Holly adapts to almost any setting that has well-drained soils. Even thriving in poor soils. Just be sure to water regularly when first planted, to ensure it gets established. Even thriving in poor soils. Just be sure to water regularly when first planted, to ensure it gets established.
- Loves Sun & Heat
- Thrives in Well-Drained Drier Soils & Moderate Moisture
- Prune Late Winter or Very Early Spring
- Very Cold & Heat Tolerant
- Easy Care Perennial
Jos Eijking Sea Holly will add unique dimension and curiosity to your landscape along with gorgeous color play! Hurry and order your own quality bareroot plants from NatureHills.com today!
