{"product_id":"cardoon-cardoon-cynara-cardunculus-non-gmo-organically-grown-flower","title":"Cardoon - Cardoon (Cynara cardunculus) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Flower","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCardoon - Cardoon (Cynara cardunculus) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerennial (often grown as an annual in cooler climates)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCardoon is a striking, architectural plant closely related to the artichoke, prized for its bold silvery-gray, deeply lobed foliage and dramatic thistle-like purple flowers. Native to the Mediterranean region, it adds both ornamental beauty and culinary value to the garden. The thick, celery-like stalks are traditionally blanched and eaten, offering a slightly bitter, artichoke-like flavor. When left to flower, cardoon produces large, vibrant blooms that attract pollinators and make excellent cut or dried flowers. Its drought tolerance and commanding presence make it a standout in edible landscapes and ornamental beds alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedicinally, cardoon has been valued for its digestive and liver-supporting properties. It contains compounds such as cynarin, which may help stimulate bile production, support liver function, and aid digestion. Traditionally, it has also been used for its potential cholesterol-lowering effects and mild diuretic properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Growing information from seed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after soil warms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow seeds 1\/4 inch deep in well-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain temperature between 18–24°C (65–75°F) for germination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination occurs in 10–20 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplant seedlings once hardened off and well established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace plants 90–120 cm (3–4 feet) apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow in rich, fertile soil amended with compost or organic matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly, especially during dry periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor edible stalks, blanch by tying and wrapping stalks for several weeks before harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut back after frost if growing as a perennial and mulch to protect crown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStratification: No stratification required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed count: 25 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bumbleseeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47627485970597,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/9870\/1221\/files\/D9C2C605-6BD3-435A-A2CA-C57E303EDEE8.jpg?v=1773805500","url":"https:\/\/bumbleseeds.com\/fr\/products\/cardoon-cardoon-cynara-cardunculus-non-gmo-organically-grown-flower","provider":"Bumbleseeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}