Grow a dramatic, architectural edible with our heirloom Cardoon seeds. A close relative of the artichoke, this magnificent plant is prized for its huge, silvery-gray, serrated leaves that create a stunning focal point in the garden. While the plant is highly ornamental, the main event is the thick, fleshy leaf stalks, which, after blanching, are a gourmet delicacy with a tender, artichoke-like flavor. If left to flower, it produces spectacular, giant, purple thistle-like blooms beloved by bees.⭐ What you'll love A bold, architectural plant with huge, silvery foliage that makes a statement. The tender, blanched leaf stalks have a delicious, gourmet, artichoke-like flavor. Produces stunning, giant purple thistle-like flowers that are a magnet for bees. A unique, dual-purpose plant that is both a striking ornamental and a delicious vegetable.
🌿 Seed details
Plant Name: Cardoon (Cynara cardunculus)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 25 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Biennial
Height: 3-5 feet
Days to Maturity: 120-150 days
USDA Zone: 6-9
Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
Sowing: For best results, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep. Darkness aids germination.
Spacing: Space or thin plants to 30-36 inches apart; they get very large.
Light Requirement: Full Sun.
Soil: Prefers fertile, well-draining soil.
Blanching: To tenderize the stalks for eating, wrap the lower 12-18 inches of the stems in dark material for a few weeks before harvesting.
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