musk thistle
Carduus nutans
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Musk thistle is a spiny biennial or short-lived perennial with nodding purple-pink flower heads and a musky fragrance. It is considered invasive in many regions due to its aggressive self-seeding.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean, Europe, and Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Musk thistle is a spiny biennial or short-lived perennial with nodding purple-pink flower heads and a musky fragrance. It is considered invasive in many regions due to its aggressive self-seeding.
Climate Match for your location
See how well musk thistle grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean, Europe, and Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation