Milk Thistle Seeds – Organic Blessed

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) is a hardy annual herb known for its striking purple blooms and spiny leaves with white marbling. This organic variety produces vibrant purple flowers that attract hummingbirds and beneficial pollinators to the garden. Easy to grow and tolerant of a wide range of conditions, it is well-suited for both ornamental and herb gardens.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Annual herb

• Variety Name: Organic Blessed Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)

• Flower Color: Purple

• Attracts: Hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Height: Up to 4–5 feet tall

• Blooming Season: Late spring through early fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 7–9: February–May

  • Zones 5–6: March–June

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Needs: Well-drained soil with average fertility

• Watering: Moderate; prefers dry to slightly moist conditions

• Growth Habit: Upright, branching stems with spiny leaves

• Harvest Time: 80–100 days after sowing

• Uses: Ornamental garden borders, pollinator-friendly landscapes, and herbal applications