Melancholy thistle
Cirsium heterophyllum
Melancholy thistle is a striking native perennial suited to wildflower meadows, woodland edges, and naturalistic garden plantings in cooler temperate climates. It prefers moist, fertile soil in sun to partial shade and requires little intervention once established. Its bold purple flower heads are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, and it has historical uses in traditional European herbal medicine.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
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Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply And Allow Soil To Drain Well; Avoid Prolonged Waterlogging In Heavy Soils
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 22, 2020 by Daniel Barthelemy (cc-by-sa)
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