Cynara cardunculus
PL563
£19.00 per 10
£170.00 per 100
Please order in denominations of 5
Please order in denominations of 5
Order quantity must be in denominations of 5

An edible thistle like plant, similar to an Artichoke. Spiky silver-grey foliage with vibrant purple flower heads up to 8cm in diameter from early summer to early autumn. A giant back of border plant. Ht. 1.5m. Spread 1.4m. First grade loose roots supplied.
Planting
Plant with a little manure or organic matter.
Plant with a little manure or organic matter.
Plant in half-shade
Plant in full sun
Suitable for containers
Excellent cut flower
Spacing 100cm
Deadhead as necessary to prolong flowering
Flowering Time (June-September)
Planting & Growing Instructions
Grow in moist/fertile and well drained soil in either full sun or light shade.
Cultural Instructions
Water freely once the growth begins to appear.
Season Of Interest
Summer
Flower Colour
Purple
Foliage Colour
Variegated
Delivery
Delivery from early November