Japanese Thistle (Cirsium Japonicum) is a biennial/perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Cirsium japonicum is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family Asteraceae, native to East Asia including Japan, China, Korea, and Vietnam.
Japanese Thistle
Cirsium Japonicum
Cirsium japonicum is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family Asteraceae, native to East Asia including Japan, China, Korea, and Vietnam.
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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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