Rattlesnake Master

Eryngium yuccifolium

Landscape Focus

A bold structural perennial used to add strong texture and architectural interest in prairie plantings.

Plant Details

Soil Type: Loam, Sand, Clay

Soil Moisture: Dry, Medium

Sun Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 3' - 5'

Spacing: 18" - 24"

Bloom Color: White-green

Bloom Time: July, August

Root Type: Deep taproot

Benefits: Butterflies, Pollinators, Deer Resistant

Plant Description

Rattlesnake Master features striking yucca-like leaves and globe-shaped flower heads that attract a wide range of pollinators. It thrives in sunny, well-drained soils and tolerates drought well once established. The rigid form makes it useful as a structural element in prairie designs. Avoid transplanting mature plants due to the deep taproot.