Thistles Collection (page 5)

Woolly thistle (Cirsium eriophorum) flowerbud, chalk grassland meadow, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Great globe thistle (Echinops sphaerocephalus), Samos, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Spear Thistle (Cirsium vulgare) Close up of plant in flower

Thistle Arrangement
Thistles can be picked and allowed to dry and they will keep their colour and firmness for a long time. Date: 1950s

Burdock (Arctium sp. ) bur
Burdock (Arctium sp.) bur

Marsh Thistle (Cirsium palustre) close-up of fasciated flower, probably caused by late frost, with Bumblebee (Bombus sp.) feeding, Powys, Wales, june

Creeping Thistle (Cirsium arvense) close-up of seeds and down, silhouetted at sunset, Powys, Wales, september

Melancholy Thistle (Cirsium heterophyllum) and Meadow Cranesbill (Geranium pratense) flowering, growing on roadside beside drystone wall and meadow, near Muker, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales N.P

Carline Thistle (Carlina vulgaris) flowering, Roundton Hill, Powys, Wales, august

Small Skipper (Thymelicus sylvestris) adult, feeding on Marsh Thistle (Cirsium palustre) flower, Powys, Wales, july

Domestic Sheep, Norfolk Horn ewes and lambs, resting and standing amongst thistles in rough pasture, Little Ouse Headwaters Project, The Lows, Blo Norton, Little Ouse Valley, Norfolk, England, june

Domestic Sheep, Norfolk Horn ewe, recently shorn, standing amongst thistles in rough pasture, Little Ouse Headwaters Project, The Lows, Blo Norton, Little Ouse Valley, Norfolk, England, june

Bearded Tachuri (Polystictus pectoralis) juvenile male, perched on thistles, Rincon de Cobo, Buenos Aires, Argentina, february

European Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) adult, feeding on thistle seeds, Norwich, Norfolk, England, december

Spear thistle seeds (Cirsium vulgare). Photographed in East Sussex, UK, in August

Spear thistle (Cirsium vulgare)
Spear thistle flowers (Cirsium vulgare). Purple thistle flowers blooming in July. The thistle is the national flower of Scotland. Photographed in Cairngorms National Park, Aberdeenshire, Scotland

Slender thistle (Carduus tenuiflorus) flowers growing in a coastal waste ground

Creeping thistle (Cirsium arvense) in flower. Widespread weed. Dorset
ROG-13409 Creeping thistle - in flower. Widespread weed. Dorset, UK Cirsium arvense Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Creeping thistle (Cirsium vulgare). Common and widespread weed
ROG-12721 Creeping thistle Common and widespread weed. Cirsium vulgare Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Carline thistle (Carlina vulgaris). Chalk grassland, Dorset
ROG-12699 Carline thistle Chalk grassland, Dorset, UK Carlina vulgaris Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Spear Thistle ROG 10976 Widspread weed Cirsium vulgare © Bob Gibbons / ARDEA LONDON
ROG-10976 Spear THISTLE Widspread weed Cirsium vulgare Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Woolly Thistle Cirsium eriophorum flower and seeds; autumn, Romania
ROG-13432 Woolly Thistle flower and seeds; autumn Romania. Cirsium eriophorum Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cabbage thistle (Cirsium oleraceum). Throughout Europe except UK
ROG-12687 Cabbage thistle Throughout Europe except UK. Cirsium oleraceum Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Welted thistle (Carduus acanthoides). Norfolk
ROG-12809 Welted thistle Norfolk. UK Carduus acanthoides Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Woolly thistle (Cirsium eriophorum). Limestone grassland, Dorset
ROG-12815 Woolly thistle Limestone grassland, Dorset. UK Cirsium eriophorum Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Creeping Thistle ROG 10981 Mass of Thistledown Cirsium arvense © Bob Gibbons / ARDEA LONDON
ROG-10981 Creeping THISTLE Mass of Thistledown Cirsium arvense Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Thistle heads - covered in frost - Oxon - December
RES-1289 Thistle heads - covered in frost Oxon - December George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cotton Thistle
ME-1769 Cotton Thistle Onopordon acanthium Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Brown Dexter Cow eating thistles in field Cotswolds UK
MAB-828 Brown Dexter Cow eating thistles in field Cotswolds UK Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Carline thistle
ME-1749 Carline thistle Carlina vulgaris Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Meadow Thistle Flower Norfolk UK
FEU-612 Meadow Thistle Flower Norfolk UK Cirsium dissectum Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Linnet
CK-3334 LINNET - on thistle Carduelis cannabina Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Golden Eryngium - backlit by early morning sun. Kent garden in Augustu. UK
DAD-1992 Golden Eryngium - backlit by early morning sun. Kent garden in August UK David C Dixon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Marmalade Hoverflies - feeding on thistle flower
DOW-404 Marmalade Hoverflies - feeding on thistle flower Episyrphus balteatus Steve Downer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

THISTLES
(left) circium arvensis (right) carduus mutans Two kinds of wild thistle

Lowkers Amid the Corn
Six women lowkers amongst the corn, one using a Brub, used for extirpating thistles. The Owner of the field sits on horseback observing the workers as they weed and clear

Butterfly, Painted Lady - feeding on thistle flowers, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-4338 Butterfly, Painted Lady - feeding on thistle flowers Lower Saxony, Germany Cynthia cardui Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Milk Thistle RW 658 Silybum marianum © Richard Waller / ARDEA LONDON
RW-658 Milk Thistle Israel Silybum marianum Richard Waller Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

UK - Thistle & Meadow Rue Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambrideshire, UK
ROG-7819 UK - Thistle & Meadow Rue Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambrideshire, UK Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

A stemless carline thistle, widely used as a good luck charm, hung on doors
ROG-11761 A stemless carline thistle, widely used as a good luck charm, hung on doors. Carlina acanthifolia Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Ape: Mountain Gorilla - juvenile feeding on thistle outside the park, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa
AW-6769 Ape: Mountain Gorilla - juvenile feeding on thistle outside the park Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa Gorilla gorilla beringei Adrian Warren Please note that prints are for personal display

Ape: Mountain Gorilla - young femal feeding on thistle, Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa
AW-6766 Ape: Mountain Gorilla - young female feeding on thistle Virunga Volcanoes, Rwanda, Africa Gorilla gorilla beringei Adrian Warren Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Musk / Nodding Thistle
ME-1712 Musk / Nodding Thistle Carduus nutans Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Meadow Thistle Flower Norfolk UK
FEU-610 Meadow Thistle Flower Norfolk UK Cirsium dissectum Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Hairy Dragonfly - Male on marsh thistle - The Netherlands - Overijssel - De Wieden
VG-1751 Hairy Dragonfly - Male on marsh thistle The Netherlands - Overijssel - De Wieden Brachytron pratense Paul Van Gaalen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Swallowtail Butterfly - feeding on thistle flower, Alentejo, Portugal
USH-3626 Swallowtail Butterfly - feeding on thistle flower Alentejo, Portugal Papilio machaon Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Hover Fly on Meadow Thistle with Heath Spotted Orchids (Helophilus pendulus). Norfolk UK
FEU-611 Hover Fly on Meadow Thistle with Heath Spotted Orchids (Helophilus pendulus). Norfolk UK Cirsium dissectum Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

An erect herbaceous perennial flowering mid summer. Devon garden, UK
DAD-1933 Ornamental thistle - An erect herbaceous perennial flowering mid summer. Devon garden, UK Cirsium rivulare David C Dixon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Thistles: A Royal Symbol of Strength and Beauty" In the Scottish Highlands, the Kings Own Scottish Borderers march proudly through fields adorned with thistles. These prickly plants have long been associated with Scotland, symbolizing resilience and determination. As a Goldfinch delicately perches on a thistle in Lower Saxony, Germany, it finds nourishment in its seeds. The vibrant yellow bird reminds us of the intricate relationship between nature's creatures and these resilient plants. The significance extends beyond borders. George III proudly displayed them on his coat of arms, representing his connection to Scotland and its rich heritage. In "The seven King Edwards, " a captivating color lithograph captures the regal beauty of these flowers. Their majestic purple hues stand out against lush greenery, showcasing their elegance fit for royalty. Even in harsh environments like limestone cliffs, the Woolly Thistle defies odds by flourishing in full bloom. Its delicate petals create a stunning contrast against rugged terrain—a testament to nature's ability to thrive under challenging circumstances. Shades of Thistle Grey (06), (09), and (11) bring sophistication to any space they grace—evoking tranquility amidst chaos while adding an air of refinement. Just as kings rule over their kingdoms, the King Protea reigns supreme among flowers. In "King Protea 02" and "King Protea 01, " we witness their grandeur as they command attention with their impressive size and striking appearance—an embodiment of power within nature's realm. Nature reveals its pastel wonders through intricate details found within each petal or leaf. In Pastel Nature Detail artistry comes alive as soft colors blend harmoniously together—a gentle reminder that even small elements can hold immense beauty when observed closely. At the birdhouse stands a thistle-filled feeder inviting avian visitors from far and wide—their fluttering wings bringing life to this peaceful corner where birds find solace and sustenance.