Onopordum acanthium - Scotch Thistle – is a biennial or annual that blooms from June to September. It is a reddish purple or pink flower with a single flower head, or the flower heads are in clusters of five. They are showy with their flowers atop green stems. They grow best in full sun in well draining soils, will grow up to 9 feet tall, and are also drought resistant. They also self-seed. Butterflies and bees also love these blooms and will come to the garden. They can be invasive, but they are good for beds, pots, or containers. They can be used as an anti-inflammatory agent however, please do your own research and/or consult with a physician first before consuming any kind of plant or flower. It is also the national flower of Scotland! Some nice features of these flowers are that they are hardy, low maintenance, and easy to grow. Don’t miss out on this flower seed find, they will bring you blooms that will add a nice unique touch to any garden!

25+ seed per pack

Planting Zone: 5-8

Full Sun

Height: 3 feet - 9 feet

Width: 2 inches - 6 inches

Attracts Butterflies and Bees

Showy

Hardy

Self-seeds

Drought resistant

Good for beds, containers

Can be used as an anti-inflammatory agent