I currently have some Carlina acaulis (Silver thistle) just starting to open. I want to dry them and wondered if any one knew when is the best time to pick them. You only get one flower per plant so I don't want to have to experiment if at all possible. Janet Zone 4/5 --------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off this list, send email to majordomo@mallorn.com with the message text UNSUBSCRIBE PERENNIALS