Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a plant with large leaves marbled with white and spiny purple flowers.
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a plant with large leaves marbled with white and spiny purple flowers. Its seeds contain silymarin and are traditionally used to support liver health. The plant is robust, drought-resistant, and prefers sun and poor soils. Its flowers attract bees and butterflies, and its decorative appearance makes it suitable for naturalistic gardens. Milk thistle is one of the best-known plants for supporting liver function.
Sowing method: Direct in the ground, where it will grow
Transplanting: No — sown directly
Where it grows: Open ground
Row spacing: 50 cm
Thin to: 30 cm
Sow in place: the roots do not take moving.
Deadhead regularly — the plant then flowers for much longer.
| Exposure | Soare |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Anual |
| Seed type | Standard |
| Colour | Violet |
| Placement | Exterior |
