Bees love these spherical flower heads and the plants require little attention. The green/grey foliage looks thorny but isn't. Plants will flower the first year from seed from mid summer to early autumn. Moisture is required during the growing season but is drought tolerant thereafter.
Common name : Globe Thistle Family : Asteraceae
Type : Perennial
Position : Full Sun - Part Shade Soil requirements : Average/Dry Height : 50cm-100cm Spread : 50cm
Sowing method : Transplant or Direct Sow When to sow : Sow indoors late winter or direct sow mid spring Depth : Surface sow in press in lightly, requires light for germination Germination : 14-21 days Ideal germination temperature : 20°C
