Cynara scolymus (Globe Artichoke)

Type Herbaceous flower, Herb, Culinary, Deciduous, Flowering
Form Spiky Foliage / Spiky Upright Form, Architectural Form
Size Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours Blue Flowers (Summer), Grey-silver Foliage
Care N/A
Hardiness N/A
Growth N/A
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Cynara scolymus cultivation notes: Cardoon will flourish in any well drained soil, especially chalky soils. Preferring a position in full sun - ideal for a hot, dry south facing border.

Plant Strengths: Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant.

Plant Weaknesses: Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations; Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils.
Cynara scolymus (Globe Artichoke)
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