Cynara cardunculus
CARDOON, ARTICHOKE THISTLE
Asteraceae

 
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Plant type: herbaceous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
1.5m
Plant habit
 
1.2m

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Cynara cardunculus
CARDOON, ARTICHOKE THISTLE
Asteraceae

 

  Plant type: herbaceous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
1.5m
Plant habit
 
1.2m

FEATURES

Flowers: purple-blue

Flowering Time: early summer to late autumn

Leaves: blue-grey


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, contemporary, dry style, coastal & cottage designs

Uses: informal hedge, accents, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average



HAZARDS

Weed Potential: yes






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