Herbaceous Perennial
A herbaceous perennial to around 80cm high, with upright, slightly angular stems and long, spiny, slightly hairy leaves that are pinnately divided almost to the base. In mid to late summer, produces thistle-like flower heads, with dense layers of spiny bracts edged with web-like hairs, opening to fine, bright purple florets. Flowers are followed by fluffy seed heads
Position
Full sun
Soil Types
Chalk, Loam, Sand
Max Height
0.5-1 metres
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres