How to tend a Cynara scolymus

Also known as: Cynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus (L.) Hegi, Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus (L.) Benth., Cynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus (L.) Beger, Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus (L.) Fiori, Cynara esculenta Salisb., Cynara communis Lam.

Watering

Only need keep soil moist

Sunlight

Like sunshine, resistant to half shade

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Apply enough base fertilizers

Pruning

Remove dead and diseased branches timely

About this plant

Origin
Romania
Category
Compositae, Cynara
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height 20-30 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period June-July
Flower colors
purple red
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