Melancholy Thistle (Cirsium Heterophyllum) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
A clump-forming, spreading perennial up to 1.2m tall with lance-shaped green leaves having softly-spiny edges and white-felted undersides.
Melancholy Thistle
Cirsium Heterophyllum
A clump-forming, spreading perennial up to 1.2m tall with lance-shaped green leaves having softly-spiny edges and white-felted undersides.
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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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