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Bianco Avorio Cardoon Seeds

"Thick fleshy stalks have artichoke-like flavor"

Sun: Partial Shade/Full Sun

Days to Maturity: 100 Days

Plant Height: 2 ft. - 6 ft.

Packet: 20 Seeds

Price: $3.99

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Summary

Bianco Avorio is an Italian cardoon and a close relative of the globe artichoke. Medium green plants grow up to 6 feet tall and blanch easily. Plants have gourmet artichoke-flavored stems, crunchy large white ribs, and spineless leaves. Leaves can be used in sachets and potpourri. Flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies. Flower buds can be eaten like artichoke. Seeds are also edible and can be used with squash and sweet potato.

  • Quick Facts

    • Botanical Name: Cynara cardunculus


    • Life Cycle: Annual


    • Light Requirement: Full Sun/Partial Shade


    • Planting Season: Spring


    • Features: Heirloom, Culinary, Medicinal, Indoor, Outdoor


    • Plant Height: 2-6 ft


    • Days to Maturity: 100 Days


    • Plant Spacing: 3-4 inches


    • Planting Depth: 1/4 inch


    • Cold Stratification: No


    • Hardiness Zones: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11