Considered a weed in most countries. Not quite as invasive as most other Cirsium, and less spiny. Good for attracting butterflies and oth...Read Moreer insects. Both the root and the leaves are edible, although the leaves are too spiny to eat raw.
If you absolutely must have Cirsium in your garden, I'd say that this is one of the wiser choices. Just keep in mind that it's extremely easy to grow but not at all easy to get rid of: the root usually reaches the depth of ~50 inch (120cm)...
Considered a weed in most countries. Not quite as invasive as most other Cirsium, and less spiny. Good for attracting butterflies and oth...Read More