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| Mrs Willmott's Ghost sketchbook page coloured pencil and ink ©2026LisaLeQuelenec |
Eryngium giganteum, with the common name Miss Willmott's Ghost, is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. The short-lived herbaceous perennial thistle is native to the Caucasus and Iran in Western Asia.
Source: Wikipedia
Named after Ellen Willmott (1858 - 1934) who liked to secretly scatter seed, maybe the first guerrilla gardener, she certainly seemed like a character with an interesting life and a passion for horticulture.
I love this plant for it's barely there colour, almost luminescent tones, which makes a strong contrast against other plants. The specimens that I have drawn here were grown in my garden last summer and have dried to a hint of cream in colour. I am looking forward to seeing it again this year.
Mrs Willmott's Ghost (detail) sketchbook page coloured pencil and ink ©2026LisaLeQuelenec
Lisa this is a beautiful drawing...I am going to have to research Mrs. Willmott...sounds like she would be an interesting lady. Take care...hope you are enjoying your walks with your pooch by the sea. Hugs from across the pond!
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