30 Seeds Cultivated Teasel Dipsacus sativus Ornamental Cut Flower

Cultivated Teasel is a striking biennial known for its distinctive cone-shaped flower heads and spiny, architectural stems that add dramatic structure to beds, borders, and dried arrangements. Its unique form and reliable growth make it a favorite among gardeners who enjoy textural, pollinator-friendly plantings.

Beyond its ornamental value, Cultivated Teasel is often grown for its durable seed heads, which are excellent in fresh and dried floral work, and its tall habit works well toward the back of borders or in meadow-style plantings. It typically grows as a rosette in the first year and sends up flowering stems in the second, tolerating a range of soils and attracting beneficial insects when in bloom.
Species: Dipsacus sativus
Variety: Cultivated
Type: Biennial
Plant_Habit: Upright, tall stems with spiny cone-shaped flower heads
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Days_to_Harvest: 330-420
Zones: 3-9
Germination: 14-30 days at 65-75F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, keep evenly moist
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Notes: Often grown for ornamental seed heads and dried arrangements; tall stems may benefit from support in exposed sites