Field Thistle
Cirsium discolor
Overview
Field Thistle (Cirsium discolor) is a native biennial thistle with spiny foliage and bright blue-purple flower heads. It is commonly found in grassland, meadows and prairies of North America, and can reach heights of up to 6 feet. Its distinctive flower heads are attractive to butterflies, bees and other pollinators, which makes them a great addition to any flower garden. It is drought tolerant and can thrive in dry, sandy soils. This hardy thistle requires minimal maintenance and can provide an interesting and unique look to any garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "3-4" days.
Light
Sun.
Soil
Clay, Sand
Pruning
Best pruned in March, April, May.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Root Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies, Butterfly Larvae.
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