Cardoon

“Vegetable” — Cardoon Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

“Cardoon is vigorous and can be started 6–8 weeks before transplant date.” — Growing Cardoon: How to Plant, Grow & Care For | Johnny's Selected Seeds

“120–150 days” — Cardoon Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

“Germinate at 70–80°F (21–26°C) and keep soil moist until emergence.” — Growing Cardoon: How to Plant, Grow & Care For | Johnny's Selected Seeds

“full sun” — Cardoon Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

“moderate — regular watering” — Cardoon Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

“Cardoon requires very fertile, well-drained soils with a pH of 6.5–7.0.” — Growing Cardoon: How to Plant, Grow & Care For | Johnny's Selected Seeds

“Zone 7a – 10b” — Cardoon Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

“Transplant 2–3' apart in rows 3–6' apart.” — Growing Cardoon: How to Plant, Grow & Care For | Johnny's Selected Seeds

“seed” — Cardoon Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

“Begin growing cardoons from seed indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your area’s last expected frost date.” — How to Plant and Grow Cardoon

“Before transplanting, gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions, then move them to the garden after all frost danger has passed.” — How to Plant and Grow Cardoon

“Blanch stalks by wrapping with cardboard or tying leaves together 3-4 weeks before harvest.” — Cardoon Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

“Harvest after blanching by cutting at the base of the stalks to keep them intact.” — Growing Cardoon: How to Plant, Grow & Care For | Johnny's Selected Seeds

“Cardoon is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs” — Cardoon Care Guide: Watering, Light & Pet Safety | KeyBlossom

“They like a lot of space for their roots. If you do grow in a container, choose at least a five-gallon pot.” — Growing Cardoon: How to Plant, Raise and Use This Remarkable Plant

from Artichoke · “gray mold (Botrytis)” — Artichoke Growing Guide — SproutSmart

from Artichoke · “gray mold (Botrytis)” — Artichoke Growing Guide — SproutSmart

“Peas, Lettuce, Artichoke” — Cardoon Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips

“Fennel” — Cardoon Planting Guide | Zones, Dates & Tips