Do You Deadhead Cirsium?

Growing Conditions and General Care
The seeds of Cirsium can be sown in either autumn or after the last frost of spring. ... Cirsium thrives in full sun and poor, average, or reaches soil that is moist but well-drained. Plants require little care, but deadheading limits their tendency to self-sow.

How do you care for Cirsium?

How to care for Cirsium. Water Cirsium generously after planting and apply a generous layer of mulch to retain moisture levels in the soil. During the spring, it is recommended to feed your plant with a general fertiliser which should encourage optimum health and growth.

Does Cirsium self seed?

Grow Cirsium rivulare 'Atropurpureum' in moist but well-drained soil, in full sun. Cut plants back in autumn to prevent them self-seeding, or leave them intact to provide a winter source of food for birds. Lift and divide congested clumps in autumn or spring.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

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