Ptilostemon casabonae (Sardinian Ivory Thistle)

120 (150)cm, Sardinian Ivory Thistle is a showy biannual species with an ornamental basal rosette of yellowish-green, glossy leathery leaves densely surrounded by brownish spines and a tall, arching stem with several lilac flowers. Native of rocky spots in Corsica and the isle of Hyère (France) as well as Sardinia and Elba island (Italy). Easily cultivated in any rich, well drained soil in full sun in a preferably protected spot. Will readily self sow under appropriate conditions. VI-VII.
10 seeds per package.