Red Thistle (Cirsium Ehrenbergii) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Cirsium ehrenbergii is a robust, spiky thistle native to Mexico with deeply lobed leaves covered in dense, woolly hair.
Red Thistle
Cirsium Ehrenbergii
Cirsium ehrenbergii is a robust, spiky thistle native to Mexico with deeply lobed leaves covered in dense, woolly hair.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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