musk thistle
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of musk thistle
First recorded in 1725–35
Example Sentences
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Buttercup, musk thistle and horse nettle are common weeds that can be controlled with herbicides.
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If you just have a few musk thistle plants, hand removal is a good option.
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One timely application can control buttercup and musk thistle.
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But Europe had something the United States didn't�a musk thistle weevil that kept seed production low in the plants.
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Also, I know I was being facetious about that whole musk thistle thing, but hiking with them does sound fun.
From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon
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