Cardoon Seeds

$3.00

Add dramatic structure and Mediterranean character to your garden with heirloom cardoon. Closely related to the artichoke, cardoon produces striking silver-gray foliage and tall purple thistle-like blooms. Grown both as a vegetable and an ornamental, it is valued for its edible stalks, architectural presence, and pollinator appeal. A standout plant for food gardens, permaculture landscapes, and ornamental borders.

Why grow cardoon

  • Heirloom Mediterranean vegetable and ornamental

  • Edible stalks used in traditional European cuisine

  • Striking silver foliage and bold garden presence

  • Attracts bees and beneficial insects

  • Hardy and drought-tolerant once established