Blades

We have this one thistle plant that grows ever year by the side of the back porch with a couple of lovely deep purple flowers that have pollen on them which is actually very pretty.

However, the spines on this plant remind me of razor wire that is put around prison fences or sword blades.      I guess when you are a plant that no one really likes to see growing you have to protect yourself the best you can!

I won't be digging it out.  It only ever grows in that one spot so I just enjoy its beauty...and its always good for photo opportunities.    A photo of the flower from a different perspective in the extras.