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Cardoon

Cardoon Seeds

Cardoon Seeds

50 Seeds
Regular price $2.49 USD
Sale price $2.49 USD Regular price
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Expected delivery date:
08 May Usually ready in 2-3 days.
Cardoon, with its celery-like stalks and artichoke-like flavor, is a unique addition to Mediterranean cuisine. Its slightly bitter taste adds depth to dishes when braised, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
  • NON-GMO
  • Container Friendly
  • Earthy Flavor

Seed Specifications

  • Germination Rate

    10 to 20 days

  • Sun

    Full Sun (6+ hours per day)

  • Plant Type

  • Plant Size

    42 inches

  • Water Needs

    Keep soil evenly moist

  • Seed Depth

    1/4 inch light cover

  • Container Size

    Extra Large Pot (24–36 inch)

  • Expect To Harvest

    60-90 days

  • Zones

    7-11

  • Plant Spacing

    18 to 24 inches

  • Companion Plants

    Thyme, cabbabe, mustard greens, and kale

  • Common Problems

  • Pest

    Slugs and snails

  • Culinary Uses

    Cardoon, a relative of the artichoke, offers culinary versatility. Its stalks can be blanched and served like celery or added to soups and stews for a unique flavor. The tender inner leaves can be harvested and used in salads, while the mature outer leaves can be cooked similarly to chard or spinach. Additionally, cardoon can be breaded and fried, or braised in broth or wine until tender. Its mild, slightly bitter taste adds complexity to a variety of dishes, making it a versatile ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine.

  • Growing Season

    Spring and Fall

  • Start Planting Indoors

    6 to 8 weeks before the last frost

  • Start Planting Outdoors

    6 to 8 weeks before the last frost

Cardoon Seeds

Cardoon Seeds

Regular price $2.49 USD
Sale price $2.49 USD Regular price