Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Cynara

Species:

Cynara syriaca

Growth Characteristics

Height:

120 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

purple, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies, birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

10–21 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily at warm temperatures (20-25°C) without special treatment. Direct sowing in spring after frost danger passes.

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