Jurinea ledebourii

This hardy plant from Eastern Europe looks like a cross between cornflower and artichoke. Magenta, artichoke-like blooms rise up from a thick rosette of leaves with downy white undersides. Grow in well-drained soil in full sun.

Zones: 5 to 8
Family: Asteraceae
Type: Perennial
Height: 12 to 18 in.
Spread: 4 to 6 in.
Exposure: full sun
Soil Conditions: dry
Bloom Time: May to July
Bloom Color: red-purple
Native Range: Romania to Bulgaria and European Russia