Rivulare means ‘growing by a stream’, though this highly sought after Cirsium will tolerate drier conditions.  Blooms almost all year round.  During winter cold it has a rest then starts afresh in the spring.  Crimson thistles, resembling miniature doorknobs, are held high over a rosette of spiny foliage.  A real bee magnet.  Prefers sun in moist soil.  Height 100cm (40”).  Spread 60cm (24”).  Hardy perennial.  Delivery May onwards. 

• Flower Colour: Red
• Hardiness: Hardy Perennial
• Flowering Time: Spring
• Flowering Time: Summer
• Flowering Time: Autumn
• Flowering Time: Long Flowering
• Aspect: Full Sun
• Height: 100cm (40'')
• Spread: 60cm (24'')
• Delivery: May onwards
• No of plants: 3 young plants
• Other: Bees And Butterflies
• Other: Moist Soil
• Other: Foliage/Stem Interest