CIRSIUM heterophyllum 'Pink Blush'

Commonly known as Brooke thistle, Ornamental thistle

White flowers with pink tips. Unusual
Further Reading....
  • Shades of pink
    All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
    With pink tips
  • White
  • Height
    1.2m (4ft)
  • Spread
    60cm (24in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Spreading, clump-forming perennial. Oblong-lance-shaped, non-spiny, dark green leaves to 45cm (18in) long, softly hairy. Tall, branching plant from rosettes in early spring. Produces thistle-like flower heads 3cm (1¼in) across
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

CIRSIUM heterophyllum 'Pink Blush'

 
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    A form of the native Melancholy thistle, so-called because the immature flowers heads droop.
    Pests & Diseases
    Mildew
    Place of origin
    Europe
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
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Cirsium - Growing Guide
1.2m (4ft)
Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  60cm (24in)
 

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