Blessed Thistle Seeds (Cnicus benedictus) Traditional bitter herb for digestive support. Hardy annual with spiny leaves and yellow blooms.

Minimum: 20+ Seeds

Ancient Medicinal Herb • Hardy & Resilient • Digestive Support

Grow a piece of herbal history with Blessed Thistle, a hardy annual herb revered for centuries in traditional medicine. With spiky silver-green foliage and bold yellow blooms, this striking plant offers more than just beauty—its bitter compounds support digestion and wellness.

🌱 Why Grow Blessed Thistle?

• 🩺 Traditional Digestive Aid – Used in teas and tinctures to stimulate appetite and support liver function

• 🌿 Striking Ornamental – Spiny, architectural foliage and golden thistle-like blooms

• 🐝 Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts bees and beneficial insects

• 🧙♂️ Old-World Charm – A staple of medieval herb gardens and folk medicine

📏 Quick Facts:

• Botanical Name: Cnicus benedictus

• Common Names: Blessed Thistle, Holy Thistle

• Plant Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 18–24 inches

• Spacing: 12–18 inches

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days

🌿 How to Grow:

• Direct sow in early spring after danger of frost

• Requires full sun and minimal watering once established

• Wear gloves when handling—leaves have spiny edges

• Harvest leaves and flowers before blooming for medicinal use

🍵 How to Use:

• Traditionally used in bitters, teas, and tinctures

• Known for stimulating digestion, detox, and milk production

• Can be dried for long-term herbal storage

⚠️ Use with care: always consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare provider before internal use.

🌾 Garden Tip:

Blessed Thistle makes a bold border or herb spiral addition, especially in arid, low-maintenance landscapes. A historical herb with modern value!

Bring old-world healing and beauty into your garden with Blessed Thistle—both protective and powerful.