Overview
Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün' is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Cynara, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, architectural, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.
About
The cardoon, also called the artichoke thistle, is a thistle in the family Asteraceae. It is a naturally occurring species that also has many cultivated forms, including the globe artichoke.
About the genus
Cynara is a genus of thistle-like perennial plants in the family Asteraceae. They are native to the Mediterranean region, the Middle East, northwestern Africa, and the Canary Islands. The genus name comes from the Greek kynara, which means "artichoke".
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cynara
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Architectural, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Root cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Blackfly
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün'?
Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün' need?
Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün' hardy in the UK?
Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün'?
Seed, Division, Root cuttings.
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