• Pack of 25 Southern Seeds Cardoon seeds, showing green cardoon plant with broad leaves and seed packets on a rustic background.
  • A package of 25 Cardoon seeds from Southern Seeds, showing seeds and packaging for planting and gardening.
  • Pack of 25 Southern Seeds Cardoon seeds, showcasing the seeds of the edible cardoon plant (Cynara cardunculus).
  • Box of 25 Cardoon seeds from Southern Seeds, showing fresh seeds in a clear container, ready for planting.
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Southern Seeds

Cardoon – 25 Seeds

Cardoon – 25 Seeds

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Grow a dramatic, architectural edible with our heirloom Cardoon seeds. A close relative of the artichoke, this magnificent plant is prized for its huge, silvery-gray, serrated leaves that create a stunning focal point in the garden. While the plant is highly ornamental, the main event is the thick, fleshy leaf stalks, which, after blanching, are a gourmet delicacy with a tender, artichoke-like flavor. If left to flower, it produces spectacular, giant, purple thistle-like blooms beloved by bees.

⭐ What you'll love

  • A bold, architectural plant with huge, silvery foliage that makes a statement.
  • The tender, blanched leaf stalks have a delicious, gourmet, artichoke-like flavor.
  • Produces stunning, giant purple thistle-like flowers that are a magnet for bees.
  • A unique, dual-purpose plant that is both a striking ornamental and a delicious vegetable.

🌿 Seed details

  • Plant Name: Cardoon (Cynara cardunculus)
  • Seed Quantity: Approx. 25 seeds
  • Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
  • Lifecycle: Biennial
  • Height: 3-5 feet
  • Days to Maturity: 120-150 days
  • USDA Zone: 6-9
  • Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

  • Sowing: For best results, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
  • Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep. Darkness aids germination.
  • Spacing: Space or thin plants to 30-36 inches apart; they get very large.
  • Light Requirement: Full Sun.
  • Soil: Prefers fertile, well-draining soil.
  • Blanching: To tenderize the stalks for eating, wrap the lower 12-18 inches of the stems in dark material for a few weeks before harvesting.

✅ Our seed packets

  • Professionally designed and made.
  • Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
  • Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
  • Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
  • Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
  • Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

🚚 Shipping

  • FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
  • Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
  • Tracking is included with every order.
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