Épineux argenté de Plainpalais - Cardoon
ca10 (Cynara cardunculus)
Cardoon (also known as 'artichoke thistle'). Decorative large plants are removed in autumn and then blanched in darkness. Attractive flowers from the 2nd year onwards. Can overwinter in sheltered locations or under cover.
Variety-specific characteristics
| Type | thorny |
|---|---|
| Temperature requirements | nigh |
| Cynara cardunculus | |
| Nutrient requirements | medium |
| Seed spacing in the row | 60 cm |
| Seed spacing between the row | 100 cm |
| Sowing depth | 5 cm |
Explanations
ProSpecieRara: This variety has been awarded by ProSpecieRara as a rare or old variety. ProSpecieRara is a foundation dedicated to preserving the diversity of rare plant varieties. In long-term cooperation with ProSpecieRara, Sativa is active in the important preservation and cultivation of these traditional varieties.