Cirsium Species, Wheeler's Thistle
Cirsiumwheeleri

Synonym:Cirsium blumeri

Synonym:Cirsium perennans

Category
Perennials

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Herbaceous

Foliage Color

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

Where to Grow

Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color
Lavender

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

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall

Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods

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