MILK THISLTE

(SILYBUM MARIANUM)

Used in herbal medicine.

The seeds can also be ground and used as an alternative to coffee.

Bag the flower heads as they mature to avoid weediness.

Wear protective gloves as they are spiny.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP, OCT, NOV

Temperate: OCT, NOV, DEC

Sub – Tropical: OCT, NOV, DEC

Tropical: OCT, NOV, DEC

Arid: OCT, NOV, DEC

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 5.5 – 7.5

Rich, well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

The seeds require light to germinate. Direct sow with a light covering of soil only.

They take approx. 2 weeks to germinate.

Plant in full sun.

Plant 30cm apart.

DAYS TO HARVEST

100 – 125 Days

APPROX 25 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY