Cynara cardunculus
Cardone, Artichoke Thistle
Family: Asteraceae Aster
| Type | Perennial |
| USDA Hardiness range | 7B - 10B |
| Exposure | Partial shade to full sun |
| Bloom color | Purple |
| Bloom time | Early Summer to Early Fall |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Landscape uses | Border, specimen |
| Height | 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm |
| Spread | n/a |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Bloom attributes | Suitable for dried flowers |
| Leaf color | Green, silvery |
| Fruit color | n/a |
| Soil type | Sandy, clay, loamy |
| Form | Upright or erect |