Cardoon – 25 Seeds
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. ✅ Our seed packets Professionally designed and made. Resealable for convenient, long-term storage. Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic). Includes full, detailed growing instructions. Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates. Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us! 🚚 Shipping FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more. Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order. Tracking is included with every order.
Why gardeners love this pick
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.
✅ Our seed packets
- Professionally designed and made.
- Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
- Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
- Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
- Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
- Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
🚚 Shipping
- FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
- Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
- Tracking is included with every order.
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