Cirsium arvense 20+ PCS fresh seeds, Creeping thistle, Canada thistle seeds, Field thistle, Flowering plant

🌱 Cirsium arvense — Creeping thistle, Canada thistle, Field thistle

Cirsium arvense is a perennial herb, part of the Asteraceae family. Our product is a pack of 20+ fresh seeds, ideal for gardening enthusiasts and botanists. This plant is known for its creeping habit and ability to form dense colonies.

🌿 Botanical Description

Cirsium arvense has a basal rosette of leaves, from which a stem grows to a height of 30-200 cm. The stem branches in the upper part and can develop a strong taproot that penetrates up to 3 meters deep. Tuberous thickened roots, containing inulin, depart from the main root at a depth of 35 cm. The plant is usually dioecious and reproduces well vegetatively.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds at a depth of 1-2 mm in well-draining soil in early spring or late summer. Pre-treatment is not necessary.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, germination time: 1-2 weeks.
• Soil type: well-draining, pH: 6.0-7.0.
• Watering: moderate, fertilization: balanced.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-9, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Cirsium arvense is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. It thrives in temperate climates with moderate temperatures and rainfall. Typical habitats include meadows, fields, and along roadsides.

✨ Interesting Facts

Cirsium arvense has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties. The plant contains inulin, a polysaccharide that can be used as a food source. In some regions, the plant is considered a weed, while in others it is valued for its ornamental and medicinal properties.