Sea holly Eryngium maritimum
| Plant Family | Apiaceae |
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| Flowering Period | June – September |
| Flower colour | Blue – green |
| Soil type | Dry, free draining, infertile |
| Habitat | Sand dunes, coastal sites |
| Status | Common |
Sea holly
Sea holly is a perennial wildflower found on sand dunes in coastal areas around the UK. The blue tinted, egg shaped flowers appear in June before disappearing again, during September.
