Cardoon
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Proudly grown indoors in a climate-controlled environment in Lockhart, TX. Our plants are disease and pest free.
Cardoon 'Porto Spineless' (Cynara cardunculus)
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Water Requirements: Moderate
Height: 4-5 feet
Bloom Time: Late Summer to Fall
Description: Cardoon 'Porto Spineless' is a striking ornamental and edible perennial with large, deeply lobed, silver-gray leaves and thistle-like purple flowers. This variety is spineless, making it easier to handle. The tender stalks are often blanched and cooked, offering a flavor similar to artichokes. It is also grown for its dramatic foliage and architectural presence in the garden.
Planting Tips:
- Plant in well-drained, fertile soil.
- Space plants 3-4 feet apart.
- Provide regular watering, especially during dry spells, and mulch to retain soil moisture.
Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Early Spring
Nativity to Texas: No