Overview
Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence' is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Cynara, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any 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.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cynara
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence' 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 (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence'
- Propagation
- Seed sown in pots in a cold frame,Division in spring,Root cuttings in winter
- Pest resistance
- Slugs,Snails,Blackfly
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence'?
Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence' need?
Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence' hardy in the UK?
Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence' 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 (Scolymus Group) 'Violet de Provence'?
Seed sown in pots in a cold frame,Division in spring,Root cuttings in winter.
More in the Cynara genus
- Cynara cardunculus 'Grosse Grün'
- Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Nun0037ar'PBR
- Cynara cardunculus dwarf