Not thistle but you better ask Mrs B who probably will know ... Love the colour in any case as it may turn out to be something completely different LOL SAM & SAAB
Referring to Bob's comment above, like to add that this image was posted on a late F² (Foofy Friday) night, so your title isn't misleading, Steve, lol. It's a very fine F² posting.
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I am a bit late with my comment but had to stop and say how much I like this :) Definitely an ornamental thistle :) My neighbour has an enormous one that I always admire.
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