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Cirsium Species, Wheeler's Thistle

Cirsiumwheeleri

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Cirsium wheeleri by Xenomorf
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Cirsium (SIR-see-um)
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Species
wheeleri (WHEE-ler-ee)
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Synonym
Cirsium blumeri
Cirsium perennans
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness

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Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Lavender
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
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Category
Perennials
Water Requirements

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Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Flagstaff, Arizona

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