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Cynara cardunculus

Botanical Name
Cynara cardunculus
Common Names
Cardoon, Artichoke Thistle,
Attractive perennial with large, prickly, grey-green leaves and round thistle-like purple flowers during Summer. Grows approx. 1-1.8m tall x 30-60cm wide. Great for adding some colour contrast to cottage themed gardens.
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Cynara cardunculus Cardoon, Artichoke Thistle,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
TBA Clumping, V-Shaped

Description:
Attractive perennial with large, prickly, grey-green leaves and round thistle-like purple flowers during Summer. Grows approx. 1-1.8m tall x 30-60cm wide. Great for adding some colour contrast to cottage themed gardens.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 60cm-1m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Sandy, Well Drained