You may not want that Bull Thistle in your backyard, but the great pictures here show the contrast between their spiny structure and beautiful blossoms. Also check out: Beginning and Intermediate Photography Classes
The Beautiful but Thorny Thistle
© Joseph T. PiloneroMonarch on Thistle
© Christine M. FacklerThorn Patterns
© Stephen M. WebbSwallowtail Butterfly and Green Bee
© Lyle K. Glasspurple thistle 2012
© Colette Ms MessingerDESERT WHITE
© Denise Denomy