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Stunning ornamental thistle for a sunny garden but not with blue flowers as the name implies, but a deep rich purple. These gorgeous flowerheads either grow singly, or in clusters of 2 or 3 on tall straight stems above long dark green, prickly edged leaves. Loved by butterflies and bees alike these flowerheads fade to a form a lovely seed head in the autumn garden.<\/p>\n
Position: Full sun\/partial shade<\/p>\n
Soil: Moist, well drained<\/p>\n
Rate of growth: Moderate to fast<\/p>\n
Flowering period: June to August<\/p>\n
Hardiness: Hardy<\/p>\n
Pot size: 1L<\/p>\n
Eventual height & spread: 90 cm x 45 cm<\/p>\n
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