Carduus defloratus (Mountain Thistle)

30 (50)cm, Mountain Thistle is an utmost beautiful, non-invasive perennial species from mountain meadows in the Pyrenees and from the Alps to the Balkans. It makes an upright stalk crowned by several nodding, lilac flowers above serrated, spiny leaves. For any rich, well drained soil in full sun. Excellent for the rock garden. V-VII.
20 seeds per package.