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Perennial Sow Thistle
Sonchus arvensis
perennial☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water
A tall perennial weed with yellow dandelion-like flowers and milky sap, commonly found in disturbed areas and fields. Often considered invasive due to its deep taproot and ability to spread vegetatively.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3a to Zone 9bSeasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SummerFall
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native Range
Europe and western Asia
Function & Care
dynamic accumulatorediblemedicinalpollinator nectarywildlife benefit
Edible Parts
leafrootshoot
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation