Dipsacus fullonum - Wild Teasel
Botanical name       : Dipsacus fullonumÂ
Common name          : Wild Teasel, TeaselÂ
Colour               : Violet, nice seed boxÂ
Flowering time       : July - AugustÂ
Full grown height    : ± 170 cmÂ
Light requirement    : SunÂ
Moisture requirement : Normal, MoistÂ
Winter hardiness     : Till -40°C  (USDA Zone 3)Â
Spacing              : ± 45 cm (± 5 per m²)Â
Details              : Insect friendly, Native in NL, This variety is bi-annual and will die back after flowering.Â
Pot size             : Square 9 cm, volume 0,5 LiterÂ
Delivery time        : 4 - 9 working daysÂ
Special notes        : -Â
General information about Teasel (Dipsacus):Teasel (Dipsacus) is a genus of bi-annual and short living perennials with a typical flower and prickly leaves. The leaves of some species of Teasel form a cup-shape around the stem. Water forms a small pool in these cups which them prevents ants climbing up to the flowers. Teasel self-seeds well in the garden and it is nice to always have a few spreads around. Bees are regular visitors in the summer and in winter birds will be checking if any seeds are left over. Teasel looks good in a wild garden where it is allowed to self-seed freely. The spent flowers of Teasel used to be used to 'tease' wool. Teasing wool creates a soft, clean, almost furry texture on one side of the cloth.Wild Teasel - Dipsacus fullonum
