Thistle can spread quickly and will compete with other plants for water and nutrients. To get rid of thistle, simply pull it out of the soil by hand. Mulch can help prevent thistle from coming back.

close-up of canada thistle in dirt - butterfly's dream/Shutterstock If you've ever gone on a hike and seen a familiar green, spiky-looking plant, you've probably spotted Canada thistle (Cirsium ...

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This-le, noun, widely distributed herbaceous plant of the daisy family, typically has prickly stems and leaves and rounded heads of purple flowers. There are more than 62 varieties of native thistles ...

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If you've ever gone on a hike and seen a familiar green, spiky-looking plant, you've probably spotted Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense). While it may look harmless, it's an invasive, perennial plant ...