Field Eryngo

Eryngium campestre, Apiaceae

Zones

5–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Iberian Burning BushDictamnus hispanicus

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Sea fennelCrithmum maritimum

Pollinator SharingWind Protection

CostmaryTanacetum balsamita

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Giant FennelFerula communis

Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Musk MallowMalva moschata

Both have deep taproots and compete for similar soil nutrients and water in dry habitats

Great Yellow GentianGentiana lutea

Both develop deep root systems and compete for deep soil nutrients in mountain habitats

Stemless Carline ThistleCarlina acaulis

Both have deep taproots and compete for similar resources in dry, calcareous soils

Uses

Functions

Pollinator SupportTraditional MedicineErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

RootsYoung Shoots

Medicinal Uses

DiureticKidney StonesRespiratory AilmentsAphrodisiac

Common Questions

What zones does Field Eryngo grow in?

Field Eryngo grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Field Eryngo?

Good companions for Field Eryngo include Iberian Burning Bush, Sea fennel, Costmary, Giant Fennel.

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