Thistle, Scotch – Onopordan acanthium is not a plant for a small garden! A tall biennial with silver spiny leaves and large purple thistle flowers. The flowers are also popular with bees and other pollinators.
These statuesque plants make a striking feature in a large border or in a gravel garden. They like well drained soil in full sun. Although biennial it self seeds freely.
The seed down was collected for pillow stuffing hence its other name of Cotton Thistle. Medicinal.
£2.40
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This plant is grown in a 4″ (10cm) pot. It is ready to be placed (weather permitting) into it’s final position. You will receive an instruction label which gives you further cultural instructions.
Note: If the Plant is in season but not in stock it may be available in small quantities. please contact us for stock. Read more on availability here
| Weight | .5 kg |
|---|---|
| Height | above 5 Foot |
| Life Cycle | Biennial |
| Colour | Pinks, Mauves, Blues |
| Ideal for Bee & Butterfly | Yes |
| Medicinal | Medicinal |
| Planting Position | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
| Herbs for Tea | No |
| Ideal for Tubs & Containers | No |
| Culinary Herbs | Not culinary |
| Scented | No Scent |
| Herb Group | Other |
| A-Z | T |
| Width / Spread | 2' |
Rainwater harvesting system part funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development
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