i planted this Scottish thistle in honor of my Grandmother. i love that the plant has sharp pointed leaves to protect the softness of the flower. a lot like some people i know.
making it up as i go
amy begun saab ~life as i see it. a Vermonter deeply entrenched in Alabama dirt…so i plant flowers.
Lovely thought 🙂
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I’m so envious of you! The only thistles we have in our garden are the yellow ones. Your reds are so much nicer. Great photos 🙂
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I never knew that you could buy thistles at a nursery. In Vermont, they grow wild…along side Black eyed Susans & Queen Annes lace. Thank you, Tracy. ~amy
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I didn’t either…I’ll now be on the lookout 🙂
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I love thistles. We have several varieties that grow wild in our area. The flowers are very popular with pollinating insects too – bumblebees, hoverflies and other curious creatures. Our youngest enjoys taking photos of them 🙂
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I couldn’t believe they were selling them at Sweet Pea nursery. I’m happy to have one. I planted it in honor of my Scottish Grandmother. ~amy
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Beautiful color and a true statement!
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Lovely picture, being off Scottish descent I have always had a soft spot for thistles
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Lovely!
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