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How to Grow and Care for Pasture thistle

Pasture thistle is a resilient perennial adapted to a range of conditions, emphasizing its low-maintenance profile. Key care points include providing full to partial sunlight and ensuring well-draining soil, as pasture thistle tolerates drought but is sensitive to prolonged wetness. Minimizing overwatering is vital to prevent root rot, which is a special care point for pasture thistle.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Pasture thistle

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial, Biennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7

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Pasture thistle exhibits a height ranging from 1 to 3 feet (30-91 cm) and is distinguished by clasping leaves that measure up to 12 inches (30 cm) in length, each bearing slender but stiff spines. The leaves are notable for their white, densely wooly undersides. This robust plant is characterized by fragrant disc flowers of purple, pink, or white hues that are magnets for butterflies, bees, and birds. Its lifespan typically spans 2 to 3 years, culminating in a single bloom cycle followed by seed production before the plant perishes.