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How to Grow and Care for Wavyleaf thistle

Wavyleaf thistle, also known as Wavy Leaved Thistle, Nodding thistle, Gray thistle, Tracy's Thistle

Wavyleaf thistle is a hardy native prairie plant with minimal care needs, making it an easy species to tend to. It requires full sun and thrives in well-drained soil, showing a high tolerance for drought conditions. A special care point for wavyleaf thistle is the management of its spread since it can self-seed and become somewhat invasive if not monitored. Limited watering and the occasional trimming of spent flowers to prevent excessive self-seeding are key care aspects.

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Watering schedule: Every week

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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Wavyleaf thistle

Care DifficultyEasy
LifespanPerennial, Biennial
Watering ScheduleEvery week
Sunlight RequirementsFull sun
Soil pH6-7
Hardiness Zones
4-10
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