How to Grow and Care for Creeping thistle

Creeping thistle, also known as Field thistle, Californian thistle, Cursed thistle, Perennial thistle, Hard thistle, Prickly thistle

Creeping thistle is a perennial weed known for its invasive nature, making its management challenging. Key care needs involve regular monitoring and removing the extensive root system to prevent spread. A special care point is the timing of control measures: it's crucial to address creeping thistle before it sets seed to reduce propagation. Due to its tenacity and invasiveness, creeping thistle is categorized as a difficult plant to manage in gardens and agricultural settings.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Creeping thistle

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Fall
Hardiness Zones	2-10

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Creeping thistle is characterized by its upright growth, reaching heights of up to 6 feet (1.8 meters). This perennial displays grooved stems that are sparsely haired or hairless, and its branches are limited to the upper section. Its foliage consists of spiny leaves, a common attribute among thistles. During the summer, creeping thistle produces purple-pink flowers, each having a similar look whether on male or female plants. However, only the flowers on the female plants are known to exude a fragrance and bear seeds.

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