Carlina acaulis subsp. simplex bronze form
Bronze Friendly-thistle |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.114.500
Also called Alpine Thistle. This is not a thistle to be afraid of, but a well-behaved rock garden perennial. It forms a low rosette of bronzy-green, prickly thistle leaves, with huge heads of silvery-white flowers with a rusty-brown centre, nestling just above the leaves. Performs well in hot, sunny sites, even with poor soil. Combines beautifully with other Xeriscape plants, such as Blue Fescue, Yucca, creeping Sedums, Artemisia or Lavender. Unique in alpine troughs and other containers. A friendly thistle!
Further details for
Carlina acaulis subsp. simplex bronze form
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour White
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall
Foliage Color Bronze
Plant Uses & Characteristics Alpine & Rock Containers Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant
Flower Head Size Large
Height 10-15 cm 4-6 inches
Spread 25-30 cm 10-12 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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