Cirsium riv. ‘Trevor’s Blue Wonder’

Beautiful Ornamental Thistle. Upright clump forming perennial with prickly leaves resembling the foliage of a thistle. Tall, erect stems bear spectacular deep purple thistle-like flowers in mid to late Summer. A magnet for bees and butterflies! Garden plant for flowerbed in moist well-drained or damp soil in full sun. Approximate height and spread- 150cm x 60cm.

Weight0.00000000 kg
ColourPurple
Flowering MonthAugust, July, June
PollinatorBee, Butterfly
ConditionDamp, Free Draining, Moist Soil
AspectSunny
SuitabilityBeds/Borders, Cottage Garden, Meadow / Wildflower, Seaside
Description

Cirsium rivulare ‘Trevor’s Blue Wonder’ is a beautiful ornamental thistle. Upright clump forming perennial with prickly leaves resembling the foliage of a thistle. Tall, erect stems bear spectacular deep purple thistle-like flowers in mid to late Summer. A magnet for bees and butterflies! Garden plant for flowerbed in moist well-drained or damp soil in full sun.

Cirsium rivulare ‘Trevor’s Blue Wonder’ is an attractive ornamental thistle that enhances gardens with its beauty and ecological benefits. It typically reaches a height of about 150 cm and spreads to about 60 cm, featuring prickly, thistle-like leaves that form an upright clump. The plant produces striking deep purple flowers from mid to late summer, which are particularly appealing to bees and butterflies.

This perennial thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Care tips include keeping the soil moist, applying balanced fertilizer in spring, deadheading spent flowers to extend blooming, and monitoring for pests, as it is generally resistant to diseases.

Ideal for perennial borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows, ‘Trevor’s Blue Wonder’ serves as both a beautiful focal point and a beneficial addition for local wildlife.

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