Other common names
no-azami
Annual Biennial Herbaceous Perennial
A clump-forming biennial or short-lived perennial, up to 2m high, with deeply lobed to pinnately divided, spiny dark green leaves. In late summer to early autumn, produces tall, branching stems bearing thistle-like flowers, with tubular pink or lilac purple petals
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
1.5-2.5 metres
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres