Globularia bisnagarica aka Globularia Punctata

Globularia bisnagarica is a small plant that lives for years. It belongs to the Plantaginaceae family. Other names include globe daisy and common globe flower. Its native range runs from Europe to the Caucasus. It grows in regions with a temperate climate. The RHS lists Globularia punctata as another name for it. Some sources also link it with Globularia vulgaris. Sources differ in how they treat the species and its names.

This evergreen plant forms low mats of tight leaf rosettes. These are clusters of leaves set around a central point. Garden plants reach about 1 foot (0.3 metres) tall. Their usual width is 0.3–0.5 feet (0.1–0.15 metres). RHS gives wider ranges for both height and spread. These are 0.3–1.6 feet (0.1–0.5 metres). The dark green leaves at the base look glossy. They feel like leather. Their shape ranges from oval to oblong or elliptic. They reach about 0.08 feet (0.025 metres) long. Long stalks hold these basal leaves. Leaves on the flower stems have no stalks. RHS says plants take two to five years to mature.

Stems grow straight up above the leaves in spring and early summer. Each stem has few leaves and one round flowerhead. The heads reach about 0.05 feet (0.015 metres) across. Many tiny flowers form each head. Each flower has two lips. Their colour ranges from blue to purple-blue. Missouri Botanical Garden lists blooms from May through July. Its fuller account says they end in early July. These showy heads form the plant's main flower display.

Grow this species in full sun with very good drainage. It suits gritty soil and accepts chalk, loam, or sand. RHS advises neutral to alkaline soil. Missouri Botanical Garden favours moist soil. It also notes that the plant can cope with some drought. Keep excess winter moisture away from the roots. RHS rates its hardiness as H5. Missouri Botanical Garden lists USDA zones 5–7. Good drainage is key to its care.

Its small size suits rock gardens and gravel beds. It also fits pots and other patio containers. The evergreen rosettes keep their leaves outside the bloom season. The plant needs little care and no pruning. Growers can raise it from seed or split off single rosettes. RHS reports few pest or disease concerns. Missouri Botanical Garden reports few such concerns too.