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Blessed Thistle

Cnicus benedictus, Asteraceae

Zones
5a–10b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

EggplantSolanum melongena
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat
SpinachSpinacia oleracea
Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent
Pearl MilletPennisetum glaucum
Beneficial Insect HabitatTrap Crop

Antagonistic Plants

SneezeweedHelenium autumnale

Both Asteraceae species may produce allelopathic compounds and compete for similar resources

ShungikuChrysanthemum coronarium

Both Asteraceae plants compete for similar nutrients and growing space

Uses

Functions

Medicine

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Blessed Thistle grow in?

Blessed Thistle grows in USDA hardiness zones 5a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Blessed Thistle?

Good companions for Blessed Thistle include Eggplant, Spinach, Pearl Millet.

Design guilds with Blessed Thistle and see companion relationships visually.

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