Cirsium pumilum
Photo Credit:
M. Hough
A native biennial, or monocarpic perennial, that is a favorite of many pollinators. A patch can be quite showy when in bloom. Shorter than many non-native thistles (11-39") and the seeds and fluff are loved by birds.
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July 2017
Seedling
The first true leaves already show spines. Still small at nearly 1 year. A true biennial, it will grow significantly, flower, and self-sow in the 2nd year.
R. Parker
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
pasture thistle
Type:
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture:
Dry
Moist
Moist
Light:
Sun
Attracts butterflies/pollinators
