Weberkarde

Approved Data

created by Ulrike N at 17.02.2023

Features

Resistances

resistant

robust

Growth habit

growth habit: bushy

Location

planting: outdoor

planting: bed

Color

blue

Season Overview

Sowing

Harvest

Description

The prickly, dried inflorescences used to be used for carding (combing) wool and for roughening woolen fabrics. An undemanding, thistle-like plant that flowers purple and attracts many insects. The leaves form deep hollows in which dew and rainwater collect - insects and birds can drink from them. Used as a decorative ornamental plant and dried flower.

Non hybrid

Frostproof

Growing tips

The prickly, dried inflorescences used to be used for carding (combing) wool and for roughening woolen fabrics. An undemanding, thistle-like plant that flowers purple and attracts many insects. The leaves form deep hollows in which dew and rainwater collect. Insects and birds use this as a drinking source. Used as an ornamental plant and dried flower.