{"product_id":"200-scottish-thistle-seeds-onopordum-acanthium-ornamental-flower-seeds","title":"200 Scottish Thistle Seeds - Onopordum acanthium Ornamental Flower Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eScottish Thistle (Onopordum acanthium) is a striking biennial plant known for its tall, architectural form and distinctive spiny foliage. This ornamental thistle produces large, globe-shaped purple flower heads that attract pollinators and add dramatic interest to garden borders, wildflower meadows, and cottage gardens. Its tolerance for poor soils and drought makes it a resilient choice for challenging landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its bold texture and impressive height, Scottish Thistle serves as a focal point in sunny gardens. The flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, supporting pollinator-friendly plantings. Whether grown as a statement piece or in a naturalized setting, this thistle offers unique beauty and ecological value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall, architectural biennial with spiny, silvery-green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, globe-shaped purple flower heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for wildflower meadows and cottage gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Onopordum acanthium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, poor to average soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Scottish Thistle seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in fall or early spring. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 14-21 days at 65-70°F (18-21°C). Once seedlings have several true leaves, transplant them to their final location after hardening off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system; thereafter, the plants are quite drought-tolerant. Scottish Thistle typically blooms in its second year, then may self-sow if flower heads are left to mature. Deadhead to control spread if desired. Handle with care due to the spiny foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e200 Scottish Thistle seeds (Onopordum acanthium).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67795556925750,"sku":"FOLIA2-512","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7128342382_g4mj.jpg?v=1792671585","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/200-scottish-thistle-seeds-onopordum-acanthium-ornamental-flower-seeds","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}