Rattlesnake master (Eryngium yuccifolium) brings strong, architectural texture to sunny borders and native plantings. You get stiff, upright stems topped with rounded, buttonlike flower heads in summer, plus narrow, yucca-like leaves with spiny margins that look striking even before bloom. At maturity it typically reaches about 36-60 inches tall and remains fairly narrow, making it an easy vertical accent among prairie grasses and coneflowers.

For best results, plant it in full sun in well-drained soil. It performs especially well in average to dry sites, and once established it handles drought with minimal fuss. Avoid overly rich, constantly wet, or heavily amended soil, which can encourage weak, floppy growth. Because it develops a deep taproot, choose its location carefully and plan to leave it undisturbed rather than transplanting repeatedly.

Bloom heads are long-lasting and are excellent for fresh cuts or dried arrangements, and leaving the stems standing through winter adds structure and seasonal interest. In a pollinator garden, the flowers provide nectar and pollen for a wide range of beneficial insects, while the seed heads add late-season texture in the landscape.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 3-8 (-40 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 36-60"
• Spread: 12-24"
• Tolerant of: Drought
• Attracts: Butterflies
• Native to the U.S.: Yes

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