Cabbage thistle
Cirsium oleraceum
Cabbage Thistle is a bold, clump-forming perennial native to damp European meadows and woodland edges, thriving in moist, fertile soils with partial shade. Its pale yellow flowerheads are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, making it an excellent plant for pollinator gardens. Young leaves and stems are edible and have historically been used as a cooked vegetable or potherb.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days During Dry Spells • Water Generously To Keep Soil Moist, Especially In Summer; Tolerates Boggy Conditions
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-50° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 2, 2018 by Dieter Wagner (cc-by-sa)
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