Description
Long flowering stems of white to red flowers.
Distinct flowering stems rise from spiky thistle foliage ranging in height dependant on soil type from 30-80cm. They can be a nice addition to the drier rock garden which limits height or else placed in the rich border to reach its full potential.
Flowering: Summer
Hardiness: Hardy
Height: 30-80cm
Spread: 30cm
Common Name:
Life Cycle: perennial
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Foliage: Spiny / double serrate / Thistle
Basic Colour: ( pink )
Flower Colour: pink / white
Natural Flowering: June- August
Winter Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Height with Flowers: 80cm
Soil Requirements: well-drained / average / dry
Soil ph: acid / alkaline / neutral
Location: container / Mediterranean / cottage garden / border
Usage: ornamental
Pruning: cut back in late Autumn and mulch
Tolerates: Drought tolerant / deer resistance / rabbit resistance
Origin: Asia
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