Cirsium diacanthus

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"
W: 12"

planting zones

5a-9b

Cirsium diacanthus plant details

Cirsium diacanthus is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with blue and white foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cirsium diacanthus

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and white
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: reseeding, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cirsium diacanthus

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A striking biennial that spends its first season as an attractive rosette of deeply incised dark green leaves marbled with bright silvery goodness and edged with many spines. The second summer, a branched flower stalk studded with spines also dramatically marbled silver rises 18-24" and is topped with vibrant deep pink thistle flowers. Very cold hardy (USDA zone 5) and best in well drained soil in a sunny location.