Bull Thistle (Cirsium Vulgare) is a biennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A spiny, biennial thistle with purple flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Bull Thistle

Bull Thistle

Cirsium Vulgare

A spiny, biennial thistle with purple flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:wildlife attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bull Thistle

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

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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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Cirsium