- Cirsium rivulare 'Atropurpureum' is a wonderful choice for growing towards the back of a sunny herbaceous border, and works well when planted among grasses and other tall perennials
- It is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar pollen rich flowers and has seeds for birds if you leave the plants intact after flowering
- It has the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)
What you need to know:
- Plant Type: Deciduous, upright, hardy perennial
- Flowers: Deep purple thistles in July and August
- Height: 1-1.5m (3-5’)
- Spread: 0.1-0.5m (4-20’’)
- Position: Full sun
- Soil Type: Moist, well drained, loam, chalk or sand
Caring for your plant:
- Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in spring or propagate by division in spring or autumn
- If self-seeding is a problem then cut back hard after flowering
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