Cirsium rivulare Atropurpureum AGM
£12.00
- out of stock
notes
Atropurpureum is an elegant, architectural addition to the back of a cottage garden border. It features eye-catching, round thistle flowers up to 3cm in diameter during the summer months, which are borne above vibrant, spiky green leaves. It is a clump-forming perennial or biennial. A recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence in the garden.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2L
- Height and Spread: 150cm x 50cm (5ft x 1ft 7in) over 5 years
Features
notes
Atropurpureum is an elegant, architectural addition to the back of a cottage garden border. It features eye-catching, round thistle flowers up to 3cm in diameter during the summer months, which are borne above vibrant, spiky green leaves. It is a clump-forming perennial or biennial. A recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence in the garden.
Insights
Atropurpureum works well when planted among grasses and other tall perennials.
Details
- Flowers: June - August
- Hardy
Planting
- All soil types
- All aspects
- Full sun
Care
If self seeding is an issue, cut back hard after flowering or leave the seed heads for the birds to enjoy.
Glossary