Silybum marianum
Milk Thistle is a Bienniel growing to approx. 1.2 metres tall, and has beautiful purple flowers. The leaves are edible and even the young flower heads can be eaten in a similar way to artichokes. Milk Thistle also has medicinal qualities.
Sow approx 25mm deep, keep moist and around 20 degrees C to germinate.
10 seeds per packet