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Tenielle Jordison

This Striking Blue Plant Will Keep Your Patio Looking Lively During a Heatwave – It's Drought-Tolerant and Loves to Be Ignored

Eryngium flowers.

As the heat dome continues to blast through the US, many are battling the constant struggle to keep plants hydrated and healthy. But the real trick to having a thriving garden in the midst of a heatwave is choosing drought-tolerant, heat-loving plants that won't wilt as soon as the sun hits.

Enter, eryngium. Also known as sea holly, this blue (or white) thistle-like plant is my go-to for a fuss-free summer perennial. Perfect for growing in containers (especially compact varieties like these eryngium 'Blue Hobbit' seeds on Amazon), it's a gorgeous plant to have on your patio to keep your hosting space looking bright and lively even in scorching temperatures.

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