The musk thistle, common in the area, can grow large spiney leaves and a stalk that will eventually bloom a purple rosette. The musk thistle, and other species, are expected to be abnormally thick this year due to climate conditions. – Photo courtesy of Texas AgriLife Extension Service
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A thick thistle threat
Dry conditions prime area for large weed crop
Residents and landowners of Gillespie County can expect an exceptionally large crop of thistles this year, according to Brad Roeder, County Extension Agent at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office for Gillespie County.
“This year is kind of the perfect storm,” Roeder said. “There’s been a drought (and) lots of rain in the fall.”
Both Roeder and Extension Office horticulturist, Beth McMahon, emphasized that those wishing to eliminate this...
