Cirsium palustre - P13

Description
The Marsh thistle (Cirsium palustre) is an upright perennial that produces purple-red flowers from July to September. Its leaves are dark green. In a sunny location with nutrient-rich, moist to wet soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 m and grows to a width of approx. 70 cm. The Marsh thistle is well tolerant of frost.

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Marsh thistle are dark green.

Frost hardiness
The Marsh thistle has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Flower
Cirsium palustre forms purple-red flowers from July.

Use
Pond edge, stream course, natural garden