Cardoon

Cynara cardunculus, Asteraceae

Zones

6a–10b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorDynamic AccumulatorProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

ModerateModerateModerate

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

American Scouring RushEquisetum hyemale var. affine

Nutrient Accumulation

ChicoryCichorium intybus

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Stinging NettleUrtica dioica

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Pampas GrassCortaderia selloana

Wind Protection

Lavender CottonSantolina chamaecyparissus

Pest Deterrent

CilantroCoriandrum sativum

Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent

Winter SavorySatureja montana

Pest Deterrent

Narrowleaf PlantainPlantago lanceolata

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Curry PlantHelichrysum italicum

Pest Deterrent

Zebra GrassMiscanthus sinensis Zebrinus

Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Uses

Functions

OrnamentalFood

Edible Parts

FlowersLeaves

Common Questions

What zones does Cardoon grow in?

Cardoon grows in USDA hardiness zones 6a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Cardoon?

Good companions for Cardoon include American Scouring Rush, Chicory, Stinging Nettle, Pampas Grass, Lavender Cotton.

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