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Cirsium Species, Sacramento Mountains Thistle

Cirsiumvinaceum

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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Cirsium (SIR-see-um)
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Species
vinaceum (vin-AY-see-um)
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Synonym
Carduus vinaceus
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing

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Hardiness

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Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Fuchsia (red-purple)
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Biennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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